Ingrown toenail
Taking care of your feet will help prevent foot problems such as ingrown toenails. Its important to cut your toenails properly (straight across, not at an angle or down the edges).
Wash your feet every day, dry them thoroughly and use foot moisturiser. You can also use a foot file or pumice stone to remove hard or dead skin.
Wearing shoes that fit properly will help to ensure your feet remain healthy. You should also change your socks (or tights) every day.
Visit your GP or a podiatrist as soon as possible if you develop problems with your feet.
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Read about an ingrown toenail, which develops when the sides of the toenail grow into the surrounding skin.
See your GP or podiatrist (foot care specialist) if your ingrown toenail is badly inflamed, bleeding or has pus coming from it, because it may be infected. Find a podiatrist in your local area It'
Taking care of your feet will help prevent foot problems such as ingrown toenails. Its important to cut your toenails properly (straight across, not at an angle or down the edges). Wash your feet eve