Health Tip: Prevent Ingrown Toenails

Take good care of your toes

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(HealthDay News) -- An ingrown toenail can be very painful and uncomfortable, and can make it difficult to walk.

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Here are suggestions to help prevent ingrown toenails, courtesy of the U.S. National Library of Medicine:

• Make sure your shoes fit correctly and comfortably.
• Keep toenails trimmed straight across, and don't cut them too short.
• Always keep your feet clean and dry.
• Diabetics need to regularly inspect and care for their feet, and frequently have them examined by a doctor.

-- Diana Kohnle