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What Is The Recovery Time After Removal Of Ingrown Toe Nail?
hi I ve got a painful ingrown toenail, I ve tried two different antibiotics, neither have worked and the infection came back, have tried to let it grow out and dig it out but it s still hurting and I just need to be referred and have it removed. How can I get referred quickly and how long will it take to recover? Thanks
Mon, 11 Dec 2017
Hi.
As per your case history of ingrown toe nail.
My treatment advice is -
1. It usually takes around 2-3 weeks for complete recovery.
2. Apply a mild antibiotic cream like fusiderm cream twice daily on it.
3. Take a NSAID like ibuprofen for pain.
If problem persists then consult a dermatologist.
Thanks.
Dr. Harshit bhachech.
MBBS, DDVL.
As per your case history of ingrown toe nail.
My treatment advice is -
1. It usually takes around 2-3 weeks for complete recovery.
2. Apply a mild antibiotic cream like fusiderm cream twice daily on it.
3. Take a NSAID like ibuprofen for pain.
If problem persists then consult a dermatologist.
Thanks.
Dr. Harshit bhachech.
MBBS, DDVL.
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