Q: I have had ingrown nails before, but the one I have now is painful, really red and swollen, and is leaking pus. Should I be on antibiotics? A: The nail matrix is the only part of the nail that's ...

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To earn CME related to this news article, click here. February 20, 2009 — A review published in the February 15 issue of American Family Physician discusses risk factors, conservative therapy, and ...

Springtime means sandals, bare feet, and a serious need for sexy toes. But what to do in the case of ingrown toenails? Our feet are in a sorry state after hibernating in boots and woolen socks all ...

An ingrown toenail is a common condition that involves the growth of a toenail into the surrounding skin, thus causing the affected area to become red, swollen, and tender. The sharp edges on the ...

What part of Medicare covers ingrown toenails? Generally, Medicare Part B covers outpatient treatments. Part B may cover treatment for ingrown toenails if it is deemed medically necessary or the ...

People are filming themselves removing ingrown toenails and posting the videos online. Millions of people love to watch them for the satisfying payoff at the end. Warning: This post contains graphic ...