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(L60.0) Ingrowing nail
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473 368 in individuals diagnosis ingrowing nail confirmed
1 218 deaths with diagnosis ingrowing nail
Diagnosis ingrowing nail is diagnosed Men are 9.79% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis ingrowing nail
1 218 (0.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis ingrowing nail
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease ingrowing nail - Men aged 15-19 and Women aged 10-14
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features ingrowing nail
Absence or low individual and public risk
Ingrowing nail - what does this mean
Ingrowing nail is a condition where the nail, usually of the toe, grows into the surrounding skin, causing pain, redness, and swelling. this can occur due to improper trimming of the nail, fungal infection, or trauma to the nail.
What happens during the disease - ingrowing nail
Ingrowing nail is a condition in which the nail grows into the skin of the finger or toe. this is often caused by improper trimming of the nail, wearing tight shoes, or trauma to the toe or finger. the nail can cause inflammation, pain, and infection of the surrounding tissue. in severe cases, surgery may be required to remove the nail and repair the damage to the affected area.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical Examination
- X-Ray
- Blood Test
- Culture Test
- Ultrasound
- MRI
- CT Scan
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal: To reduce pain and inflammation associated with ingrowing nail
- Soak the affected foot in warm water for 10 minutes, several times a day.
- Gently massage the skin around the affected nail to reduce pain and inflammation.
- Gently lift the nail away from the skin using a cotton swab.
- Apply an antibiotic ointment to the affected area to help prevent infection.
- Wear loose-fitting shoes and socks to reduce pressure on the affected area.
- Take over-the-counter pain medication such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen.
- Visit a podiatrist to have the affected nail trimmed and filed.
- Undergo a surgical procedure to remove the affected nail.
4 Days of Hospitalization Required
80 Hours Required for Outpatient Treatment
Ingrowing nail - Prevention
The best way to prevent an ingrowing nail is to keep the nails trimmed short and straight across, avoiding sharp corners. additionally, wearing shoes that fit properly and avoiding tight-fitting socks can help reduce the risk of an ingrowing nail.