Sole Searching with Dr. Tiil: Should I Remove My Infected Toenails?

Written By Juan Coruna

The short answer is NO! Check with your foot doctor for the safe and effective way to treat your ingrown toenail.

This awareness campaign is brought to you by the Coruña Foot and Ankle Institute (CFAI). Seek medical advice only from qualified healthcare professionals. This material is strictly for educational purposes only. CFAI is managed by an orthopedic foot and ankle surgeon in the Philippines based in Bacolod City.

1. Do not trim your ingrown toenail if you have the following:

  • Redness

  • Swelling

  • Oozing of pus

  • Foul odor

  • Throbbing pain

  • Fever

2. If the ingrown toenail is fresh, try to trim the nail straight across to remove some of the nail injuring your skin (see illustration).

Juan Coruna
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