Ingrown toenails can occur on any toe but are most common on the big toes. They usually develop when tight-fitting or narrow shoes put too much pressure on the toenail and force the nail to grow into the flesh of the toe. Incorrect toenail trimming can also contribute to the risk of developing an ingrown toenail. Other causes are:
If you follow health headlines, then you may or may not be aware that in October of 2011, a lawsuit was filed in California by CSPI (Center... Read more »
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Starches; Simple sugars; Sugars; Complex carbohydrates; Diet - carbohydrates; Simple carbohydratesRecommendationsMost people should get between 40%... Read more »
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Abnormally High ArchesAn overly-high arch ("hollow foot") can also cause problems. Army studies have found that recruits with the highest arches have... Read more »
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Heel PainThe heel is the largest bone in the foot. Heel pain is the most common foot problem and affects 2 million Americans every year. It can occur... Read more »
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Forefoot PainForefoot pain refers to pain and discomfort felt toward the top of the foot. The rate of forefoot pain and deformity increases with age.... Read more »
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Flat Feet"Flat foot," or pes planus, is a defect of the foot that eliminates the arch. The condition is most often inherited. Arches, however, can... Read more »