Ingrown toenails is where there is increased pressure from your nail pushing towards the flesh of your toe

What causes ingrown toenails?

Ingrown toenails can be hereditary with the shape of your nails being at higher risk of inflammation. Other contributing factors include: ill-fitting footwear, improper trimming of nails, nail picking, poor foot hygiene and much more. Ill managed ingrown toenails can lead to recurrent infections.

Treatment

Most people just require guidance in conservative management with appropriate footwear and nail cutting techniques. If needed a more permanent solution such as surgery may be considered.