Home Remedies: Complications of ingrown toenails
May 5, 2017 · Ingrown toenails are a common condition in which the corner or side of a toenail grows into the soft flesh. The result is pain, redness, swelling and, sometimes, an infection. Ingrown …
Mayo Clinic Q and A: Treatment for toenail fungus isn't always ...
Jun 14, 2019 · Toenail fungus usually is caused by a microscopic organism called dermatophyte fungus. It often begins as a white or yellow spot under the tip of your toenail. But as the infection goes …
How can I avoid infected ingrown toenails? - Mayo Clinic News Network
May 1, 2019 · Ingrown toenail symptoms include: Pain and tenderness in your toe along one or both sides of the nail Redness around your toenail Swelling of your toe around the nail Infection of the …
How do I avoid foot fungal infections? - Mayo Clinic News Network
Aug 15, 2018 · Athlete's foot (tinea pedis) is a fungal infection that usually begins between the toes. It commonly occurs in people whose feet have become very sweaty while confined within tight-fitting …
Mayo Clinic Q and A: Understanding and preventing gangrene
Dec 5, 2017 · DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I have heard that a stubbed toe can lead to gangrene in some individuals. Is that true? What are the signs of gangrene, and how can it be avoided? ANSWER: …
Mayo Clinic Q and A: Putting your best foot forward with diabetes
May 9, 2022 · Cut your nails straight across but not too short, which might result in an ingrown toenail. Don't go barefoot, even around the house. Wear shoes or slippers to avoid cuts or scratches. Shake …
Feet and the COVID-19 pandemic - Mayo Clinic News Network
Feb 17, 2021 · You can treat most ingrown toenails at home by soaking your feet in warm water, placing cotton under your toenail and applying antibiotic cream. If home remedies haven't helped your …
Who should be screened for skin cancer? - Mayo Clinic News Network
May 23, 2025 · Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the U.S. Early detection is key to early treatment. Learn more about skin cancer from Mayo Clinic.
Infectious Diseases A-Z: Why the Asian longhorned tick is more than a ...
Jun 10, 2019 · The first human bite in the U.S. by Haemaphysalis longicornis, commonly known as the Asian longhorned tick, has been reported. "As the name implies, the tick was originally from Asia," …
Mayo Clinic Minute: Fingernails are clues to your health
Aug 5, 2022 · Psoriasis can affect fingernails and toenails, causing pitting, abnormal growth and discoloration. August is Psoriasis Awareness Month. And experts at Mayo Clinic say it's important to …