What is Ingrown Nail? Which Department to Go to for Ingrown Nails?

Ingrown nail; It is a problem that occurs when the nail turns towards the soft nail bed as a result of various reasons. It usually occurs on the big toe and the nail edge is embedded in the skin. It causes symptoms such as pain, redness, swelling and infection.

For ingrown nails, first go to the orthopedics department, but if there is no orthopedics department, general surgery service can also be applied.