Ingrown toenail-ripped out?!
Question: Ingrown toenail-ripped out.?
i ripped out a ingrown toenail, and it hurts to walk on it......my mom told me to put peroxide on it about 3 times a day to get the infection out......i've been doing that for 2 days......how long will it take!.?Health Question & Answer
Answers:
acutally, peroxide kills new cells that are trying to grow.. it is better to do warm betadine soaks.... fill up a bowl or small tub with warm water and pour betadine in it until it is the color of tea.. soak for about 10-15 mins, then take some cotton off of a q-tip and roll it so it is long enough to fit between the skin and your nail, put cotton in that area and put some neosporin (or the like) over it and cover with a band-aid.. this may take a few days to a week to feel better.. make sure you are cutting your toe nails correctly -- straight across and not rounded.. if you notice warmth, excessive swelling, or a lot of pain, go see your doctor to make sure the area is not infected......if it is the doctor can give you an oral antibiotic..
hope this helps!Health Question & Answer
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