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An ingrown toenail can result from incorrectly trimming the nail. It is very painful and, in many cases, also quite unattractive. Treatment should be carried out as soon as possible, because otherwise the problem may worsen. And its treatment will also be much more complicated. So when your big toe starts to hurt due to an ingrowing nail, instead of reaching for painkillers reach for a much better solution.
Causes of ingrown nails
Nails can become ingrown not only on the big toe, but on all toes. The truth is, however, that it is most common on the big toes. It is usually caused by an improperly performed pedicure. Other causes can be uncomfortable shoes, fungal infections, a rapid increase in weight (which is why ingrown big toes also threaten during pregnancy) and various injuries. Whatever the cause, it is always necessary to act quickly.
Soften the skin
The first step is to soften the skin and the nail plate. A bath with magnesium sulfate will help with this. If you often have problems with ingrown nails, it pays to have it on hand. Thanks to it you can easily remove an ingrown nail. If the nail pain is very strong, you can prepare a potassium permanganate bath in advance, which will remove the pain within minutes. Then apply an onion ointment and put on warm socks.
Infected nails
Sometimes the problem with ingrown nails is also accompanied by pus formation. In such a case apply kombucha to the nail. Put it on a sponge and tape it to the toe so that it does not move. Put on woolen socks and go to bed. In the morning you will be rid of the problem.
Cutting off the nail
An ingrown nail should be removed. However, it is not possible with a hard nail because it causes excessive pain. By using grated lemon peel and vegetable oil you can soften the nail. Before that, take a bath for the affected foot with the addition of baking soda. Apply this mixture to the nail, secure it, put on a sock and go to sleep. In the morning the nail is much more flexible and it is easy to cut off or trim its ingrowing part.
