An ingrown toenail occurs when the edge of your toenail grows down and presses into the surrounding skin. Big toes are the most commonly affected. Ingrown toenails can occur on either one or both sides a nail.
Ingrown toenails are commonly caused by:
Ingrown toenails can often be treated by cutting the nail correctly and filing the nail. In more severe cases the nail may require a minor surgical procedure which can be arranged at short notice if required.