| 1. You may experience some
slight bleeding through your dressing, this is normal.
You can elevate the affected foot and apply mild compression.
2. The local anesthesia that
was used will last approximately 4 - 6 hours.
3. After this time you may
experience mild discomfort. You may take an over-the-counter
pain medication (Tylenol, Advil) or you may have received
a prescription for:
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4. It will be necessary for
you to soak the affected foot in warm water and one
capful of Betadine Solution or Epsom Salts. Do this
for 20 minutes, once in the morning and once in the
evening. You can begin this on the morning following
the procedure.
5. After soaking, you will
apply a topical antibiotic cream to the affected nail
border. You may use an over-the-counter cream (bacitracin,
neosporin) or you have received a prescription for (silvadene,
corticosporin otic drops).
6. Cover the area with a
band-aid.
7. You will return for a
check-up in 1 - 2 weeks.
8. If you notice any of the
following, contact your physician:
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