For those who have them, ingrown toenails need little introduction. They occur when the corner of the nail grows and curves into the skin, the result of too-tight shoes, incorrect trimming or injury ...

Casey Gallagher, MD, is a dermatologist and clinical professor in the Department of Dermatology at the University of Colorado Denver. Warm water soaks and massage can help relieve inflammation from an ...

Ingrown toenails, or onychocryptosis, are a common yet often debilitating foot condition that affects individuals across the globe. Management strategies for this condition range from conservative ...

For years, I’ve had ingrown toenails, meaning the edge of my nail grows into nearby skin, causing me inflammation and pain. This is bad news for a Manhattan dweller like me who walks most places. I ...

An ingrown toenail, or onychocryptosis, is an uncomfortable but common condition in which the edge of your toenail grows into ...

You may experience pain, discomfort, and infection with a curled toenail. Ingrown toenails are common and often affect your big toe. Emergency care may be needed if you notice red streaks on your ...

While there’s never a good time to have an ingrown toenail, cold weather season — with thick socks and heavy boots — may be the worst. Whether you’re a runner, skier, someone who works in boots or if ...

Cellulitis is a bacterial skin infection that often affects the legs and feet. A person may develop cellulitis in the toenails due to another infection, such as athlete’s foot, or as a symptom of an ...

“For a simple, non-infected toenail that tends to become ingrown near where the nail grows out beyond the nail bed, this type ...