Ingrown Toenails (cont.)
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- Ingrown Toenails Overview
- Ingrown Toenail Causes
- Ingrown Toenail Symptoms
- When to Seek Medical Care
- Exams and Tests
- Ingrown Toenails Treatment
- Self-Care at Home
- Medical Treatment
- Surgery
- Next Steps
- Follow-up
- Prevention
- Outlook
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Outlook
The toe usually heals well after this procedure. The primary concern is whether the nail will become ingrown again, which can occur even after destruction of the nail-growing cells.
If part of the toenail was removed, it will grow back within 12 months.
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Ingrown toenails (unguis incarnatus) are a common toenail problem of uncertain etiology.
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