Patients with ingrown nail symptoms are advised to visit Dr. Shi Hengming directly at the Department of General Surgery of Shanghai Ninth People’s Hospital, or call the Department of General Surgery of the Ninth Hospital for consultation, or leave a message under this article to avoid misdiagnosis or wrong treatment methods that may bring you more pain. The operation of ingrown nail repair can be completed on the same day of consultation, and the operation lasts for half an hour to one hour. The surgery is basically painless because there is local anesthesia before the surgery. After the surgery, you need to observe for half an hour before leaving. Since ingrown nails are mostly found in the toes, there will be a lot of inconvenience in walking after surgery. Patients are reminded to pay attention to the following matters: 1. Since thick layers of gauze will be wrapped after surgery, it is recommended to prepare a pair of loose slippers beforehand; 2. On the day of surgery, it is best to be accompanied by a family member or friend, and a pair of crutches can be prepared; 3. As the anesthesia effect is still in place, the patient may not feel the pain. However, at this time, the patient should not walk excessively, and should be supported by family members as much as possible, walking with the help of crutches or hopping on one foot to avoid excessive bleeding. In case of excessive bleeding, the patient should contact the doctor in time; 5. Take antibiotics and painkillers as prescribed by the doctor; 6. Within 24 hours after surgery, the patient is advised to lie in bed, use a pillow to raise the affected foot and do not walk; within one week after surgery, the patient is advised to walk as little as possible to facilitate wound recovery. Second, postoperative medication change Postoperative medication change is essential for the wound to heal as soon as possible. Please follow the doctor’s instructions to change the medication on time. Generally, it is necessary to change the medication 6-8 times, and the frequency is twice a week. It is recommended to take painkillers one hour in advance and to be accompanied by family members or friends for the first change.