Chiropodist-Podiatrist in Mississauga, Oakville and Brampton, ON - Bill Dedes, D.Ch., BSc, (Hons)

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Chiropodist-Podiatrist in Mississauga, Oakville and Brampton, ON - Bill Dedes, D.Ch., BSc, (Hons)

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Chiropodist Bill Dedes who discusses providing foot care in Mississauga, Oakville, Brampton, ON

You are probably here because you or someone you care about is suffering from pain or problems with their foot and ankles or you may simply have some question or concerns about your feet and ankles. Whether it is a sore, painful heel in the morning, an ingrown toenail or another foot problem. You are in need of a chiropodist or podiatrist ...I can help!!

Foot and ankle problems usually fall into the following categories:

 •Acquired from improper footwear, physical stress, or small mechanical changes within the foot.

 •Arthritic foot problems, which typically involve one or more joints.

 •Congenital foot problems, which occur at birth and are generally inherited.

 •Infectious foot problems, which are caused by bacterial, viral, or fungal problems.

 •Neoplastic disorders, also known as  tumors, which are the result of abnormal growth of tissue anywhere on the foot and may be benign or malignant.

 •Traumatic foot problems, which are associated with foot and ankle injuries, such as fractures.

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Ingrown Toenail - Chiropodist-Podiatrist in Mississauga, Oakville and Brampton, ON

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Ingrown Toenail - Chiropodist-Podiatrist in Mississauga, Oakville and Brampton, ON

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Chiropodist Bill Dedes discusses the symptoms, causes and treatment for ingrown toenails.

Ingrown toenails, also known as onychocryptosis, are usually caused by trimming toenails too short, particularly on the sides of the big toes. They may also be caused by shoe pressure (from shoes that are too tight or short), injury, fungus infection, heredity, or poor foot structure. Ingrown toenails occur when the corners or sides of the toenail dig into the skin, often causing infection. A common ailment, ingrown toenails can be painful. Ingrown toenails start out hard, swollen, and tender. Left untreated, they may become sore, red, and infected and the skin may start to grow over the ingrown toenail.

In most cases, treating ingrown toenails is simple: soak the foot in warm, soapy water several times each day. Avoid wearing tight shoes or socks. Antibiotics are sometimes prescribed if an infection is present. Note: Please consult your physician before taking any medications.

In severe cases and if an acute infection occurs, surgical removal of part of the ingrown toenail may be needed. Known as partial nail plate avulsion, the procedure involves injecting the toe with an anesthetic and cutting out the ingrown part of the toenail.

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