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Skin, Wounds & Stings

Ingrown Toenail & Hangnail Care

Walk-in removal of ingrown nails and hangnails with infection prevention — quick in-office treatment at three Roanoke Valley clinics, no appointment needed.

Overview

What it is

An ingrown nail happens when the nail edge curves into the skin beside it — almost always the big toe — causing pain, swelling, and sometimes infection. Tight shoes, improper trimming, and genetics all play a role. Hangnails are smaller but can open the door to a painful infection around the nail called paronychia. Both are quick to treat when handled properly, and miserable to ignore.

Symptoms

Common symptoms

Pain and tenderness along the edge of a toenail
Redness and swelling at the nail border
A growing area of red, painful tissue over the nail edge (proud flesh)
Pus or drainage around the nail
Pain with pressure from socks or shoes
A painful, torn strip of skin beside a fingernail (hangnail)

Ready to be seen today?

No appointment needed at any of our three clinics. Call ahead if you have questions — we will tell you honestly whether to walk in, see your primary care provider, or go to an emergency department.

Ready when you are

Not sure if we can help?

Call the clinic nearest you — our staff will tell you honestly whether to walk in, see your primary care provider, or go to an emergency department.