Ingrown toenail mostly affects the big toe. One corner of the nail is found to penetrate the skin which can create redness, inflammation, infection and pain. Sometimes an ingrown toenail can cause an infection of the nail, panari skin. The term onychocryptosis is, in medical parlance, the equivalent of ingrown nail. How to prevent ingrown toenails We cut our nails straight to avoid the incarnation of the nail. Sometimes it’s easier to do this with a small scissor than a nail clipper. Choose shoes that do not compress your feet to avoid friction and pressure. If you play sports, check …