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Ingrown Nails : Causes

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Causes List

Causes could include:
  • Injury of toe

Causes Overview Articles

Ingrown toenail
An ingrown toenail can result from curved toenails, poorly fitting shoes, toenails that are trimmed improperly, or a toe injury. The skin around the toenail may become red and infected. The great toe is usually affected, but any toenail can become...
Source:ADAM
Date:April 12, 2007
Ingrown Nail
Ingrown nail is easily diagnosed in a physical examination done by a family physician, a podiatrist (foot specialist), or a dermatologist (skin specialist).
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine

Specific Causes Articles

Wheeled Shoes Pose Risk of Injury
Known as heeleys, roller shoes, or street gliders, the shoes carry safety risks similar to those for inline skates.
Source:StayWell
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