Just as it is important to take care of all parts of the body, it is also important to take good care of the toenails. Nails support and protect the sensitive tips of our fingers. Therefore, it is important to keep them clean, trim them on time and feed them properly. Otherwise, you may face many problems. Here we talk about the problems that the negative effects of long nails can cause you.
We spoke to Dr. Sandeep Thakur, a senior dermatologist in Shimla about the health problems caused by ingrown toenails.
Here are 5 problems caused by ingrown toenails
Dr. Sandeep Thakur says the most common nail problems include injuries, infections, and skin conditions.
1 Problems in blood circulation in the toes
When the nails are overgrown, they also become thicker. This condition mostly affects the toenails. This puts the elderly at greater risk. Because of this, there can be problems like fungal infection in the feet, injuries, blood circulation problems in the toes, arthritis in the toes. This problem can also be associated with wearing bad shoes.
2 Risk of bacterial infection
As the nails grow, Staphylococcus aureus bacteria multiply in the nails, which is why there is a fear of bacterial infection. Usually, the infection first occurs at the base of the nail, that is, the skin next to the foot.
If the feet are constantly wet, the tissues of the toes are also damaged. If not treated on time, it can cause swelling and pus around the nails and fingers.
If the problem persists for a long time, it increases the risk of Candida infection. There is also a fear of eczema around the nails.
3 Fungal infection
As the fingernails grow, they grow in a curved shape. Sometimes the nails penetrate the skin. Toenails (toenails) it is said.
It can also be done at home. If this problem continues, then problems like redness, blood circulation, etc. If the nails are not cut properly for a long time, there is also a fear of fungal infection.
4 Nails that are too big can cause damage
If your toenails are too big, there is a risk of them getting stuck in your clothes. They can break when the clothes are removed and cause damage to other organs.
5 Increases the intensity
If the nails are not cut, then in case of difficulty we start to chew the fingernails. At the same time, with their toes, they begin to scratch the ground. Because of this, there is a fear of injuring the toes.
On the other hand, when the fingernails and toenails are too big, the body cannot feel the energy. It also affects your focus.
Special attention should be paid to patients with diabetes
If you have diabetes or a weakened immune system, the first thing you need to do is take care of your feet and nails.
Diabetic feet become numb due to lack of proper blood circulation. It is more prone to injury and fungal infection. Therefore, proper care of feet and nails is very important.
