Is there a homeremedy that i could do for an ingrown toenail on my right big toe?
Ingrown toenails happen mostly due to bad fitting shoes or having to wear shoes a lot. My husband gets them & the best thing to do for them is to soak your feet in as hot of water as you can stand for at least 20-30 mins. several times per day. Soaking them will help to soften the skin & nailbed and allow them to be more flexible. If you can, gently pry the edges of the nail up and place small swabs of cotton under them to relieve the pressure. Also, if there are any fluid or pus filled sacs, you will be better able to drain them after a good soaking. If you do have to drain any fluid or pus, be sure to apply some antibiotic ointment to the affected area afterwards to prevent further infection. Try to avoid wearing shoes for as long as possible after soaking your feet or at least wear loose, comfortable ones like sandals. Avoid wearing tight socks or shoes & be sure NOT to trim your toenails in a curved shape, but rather straight across to avoid having the edges grow inward in the futu
