How Do I Do an Ingrown Toenail Cleaning After Surgery?
An ingrown toenail is a medical condition that refers to growth of the skin of the toe around the exposed edge of the toenail causing infection and pain. There is a simple procedure that can be performed to reduce or even remove the ingrown nail, improving the comfort and health of your feet. You will need to clean your nail carefully after surgery to ensure your foot heals correctly. Depending on how much of your toenail was taken off, you will have to follow the cleaning regime for different lengths of time. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Remove the bandage carefully twice a day and soak your foot. Use warm water for the bath and make sure your toe gets clean while it is soaking.
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Use you finger to gently rub away any dirt or lint that may be on your toe while it is soaking.
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Take your foot out of the bath and let it dry completely. You can use a soft towel to gently pat the water away from your foot and expedite the drying.
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Apply antibiotic lotion to the toe with your finger. This will help the toe heal and keep infections at bay.
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Let the lotion dry on your toe and redress it in the bandage. You should use a new bandage every time the old one becomes dirty or stretched out.
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Tips & Warnings
Wearing loose, closed toed shoes will help keep your toes clean and away from exposure.
Go back to your doctor immediately if the pain after your surgery increases or your toes gets infected.
