Question
About a week and a half ago I had ingrown toenail removal on both sides of my left big toe.  In about a week and a half I will be returning to have the same thing done on my right foot along with an atypical wart removal from the bottom of my right foot.  I seem to be in a good amount of pain still from my left foot ingrown toenail removal with clear and slightly bloody discharge.  Is this normal?  I have been applying the cream the doctor gave me twice a day as he said.  Is pain medication usually prescribed for ingrown toenail removal?  If not would it be unacceptable to ask for my doctor to prescribe something when I go in for the two procedures on my right foot.  I have tried several different over the counter pain relievers with little to no relief and I am concerned about the added procedure causing more pain.  I have been somewhat avoiding putting a lot of pressure on my left big toe when walking since the removal so I am also concerned if I will be able to walk ok with the right ingrown toenail removal and the atypical wart removal (with is just below my 4th toe on the bottom of my foot). Do you have any suggestions on what type of shoes wouldn抰 irritate the big toe after the ingrown removal it so much?  My sister had a wart removed from the bottom of her foot and was in a lot of pain for awhile afterwards.  Oh and I have a fallen metatarsal of my second toe on my right foot as well that may need to be surgically repaired if the cortisone injection does not help it.  Do you have any suggestions on how to avoid surgery on that?  Thank you so much for your time, it is greatly appreciated.

Answer
Hi Sheila,

Clear and bloody drainage is normal after this procedure.  Pain varies with each person.  If you are in pain contact the dr. that did the procedure.  They should have given you a sheet explaining what to do and expect after the procedure.  Ask them for that as well.  You may require a longer healing period.  You can try Crocs to keep pressure away or sandals if you are in a warm area.  

For the fallen metatarsals I would try custom orthotic devices first.  Always try conservative treatment first.

Sincerely,

Marc Katz, DPM
Tampa, FL
Advanced Podiatry
www.thetampapodiatrist.com
www.tampacryosurgery.com

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