3 YEAR OLD WITH AN INGROWN TOE-NAIL?

Okay I think my little boy has an ingrown toe-nail. His big toe is swollen, red, and puffy looking like it's getting infected. He has an appointment with his pediatrician in the morning, but does anyone have any ideas on how to soothe his big toe until the visit? He won't even let me touch it.3 YEAR OLD WITH AN INGROWN TOE-NAIL?
If you have cut a nail wrongly or too short then make sure you smooth the edges using an emery board so that there are no sharp edges left to pierce the skin. It is also vital to wear comfortable, sturdy shoes and avoid wearing pointed shoes that are tight around the toes. It is important to allow your feet to breathe and give your toenails enough space to rest comfortably. If you already have an ingrown toenail, it is also advisable to avoid wearing stockings and tight socks till the problem has been treated.





A good way to treat ingrown nails at home is to soak your foot in a tub of warm water with 1 tablespoon of salt for 15 to 20 minutes. This will soften the nail and the skin surrounding it and allow you to gently lift the corner of the nail and insert a small piece of cotton under the nail. The cotton will prevent the nail from digging into the skin and encourage it to grow outwards. Repeat this daily for 2 to 3 weeks till the problem has been treated, but make sure to dry your feet carefully every time before you insert the cotton beneath the nail. Alternately, you can dab a few drops of essential oils of lavender or tea-tree on the affected corner of your toe. The antiseptic qualities of the oil will help to prevent infection and the oil will soften the nail allowing you to gently lift it away from the corners and clip the sharp edges or file away the corner with an emery board. If there is swelling and redness accompanied with a lot of pain, you can apply a poultice prepared with onion to soothe the pain. This will provide relief from the pain, a cooling sensation to the nail and the onion's antiseptic properties will also cure any infection. However if the problem persists and there is infection with pus, it is recommended to consult a doctor and get the affected part of the nail clipped properly.3 YEAR OLD WITH AN INGROWN TOE-NAIL?
Numb it with ice. It helps.