My Ingrown Toenail Removal!

Summary

In this personal vlog, Marina opens up about her struggles with recurring ingrown toenails and the treatment process. She details her visit to the podiatrist, where they use a blade to remove the ingrown areas and prevent them from growing back. Throughout the video, Marina adds humor and a relatable tone, sharing her thoughts on the procedure, the swelling, and the aftercare. She also invites viewers to share their own experiences with ingrown toenails, creating a sense of community for those who've faced similar issues.

Takeaways

• 😀 Marina apologizes for missing a couple of weeks of video uploads, explaining the delay with a personal issue related to her toenails.
• 😀 Marina gives a disclaimer that this video may not be suitable for viewers who are sensitive to 'nasty' topics, such as toenail procedures.
• 😀 Marina talks about her recurring ingrown toenail issues and how she’s been treating them with the help of her podiatrist.
• 😀 Marina’s podiatrist performs a procedure to remove the ingrown toenails, including using a blade to cut and treat the nail matrix to prevent regrowth.
• 😀 Marina’s mom filmed the procedure, and Marina humorously comments on the typical chaos when her mom is behind the camera.
• 😀 There’s a discussion about the possible causes of ingrown toenails, with Marina and her mom mentioning genetics, improper nail cutting, and shoes as contributing factors.
• 😀 Marina recalls her dad’s experience with ingrown toenails, mentioning that it wasn’t as severe but involved a nail falling off due to injury.
• 😀 Marina mentions how the swelling from the procedure was worse than expected, though her foot eventually returned to normal.
• 😀 Marina's mom expresses concern about the healing process, and there are some jokes about medical procedures and the challenges of parent-child relationships.
• 😀 At the end of the video, Marina explains that her toe is still numb from the procedure but expects to remove the bandages the following day. She shares her hope that the toenail won't become infected like last time.

Q & A

What is the main topic of Marina's video?

The main topic of Marina's video is about her experience with ingrown toenails and the procedure she underwent to treat them.

Why does Marina include a disclaimer at the beginning of the video?

Marina includes a disclaimer because the video contains footage of a medical procedure related to her toenail treatment, which may be uncomfortable or unpleasant for some viewers.

How often does Marina experience ingrown toenails?

Marina mentions that she frequently gets ingrown toenails, especially on her big toes, and that it's been a year since her last one due to treatment from her podiatrist.

What treatment did Marina receive for her ingrown toenails?

Marina received a treatment where her podiatrist removes the ingrown toenail and then uses a substance to kill the nail's growth matrix. This method worked on one toe, but not the other.

Who filmed Marina's toenail treatment?

Marina's mom filmed the toenail treatment, as mentioned in the video.

What did Marina's mom think of the procedure?

Marina's mom finds the process both funny and a bit unsettling, especially in how it involved some shots to numb the area.

What did Marina use to numb her foot before the procedure?

Marina's podiatrist used a numbing shot, and at one point, Marina joked about not getting Botox when she gets older.

How does Marina's toe look after the procedure?

After the procedure, Marina's toe is swollen and numb, and she mentions that it will likely look dirty or black once the bandages are removed, as happened with her previous treatment.

How long does Marina wait to remove the bandage?

Marina plans to keep the bandage on for at least 24 hours before removing it to check on her toe.

What are some possible causes of ingrown toenails, according to the video?

Ingrown toenails can be caused by several factors, including the way nails are cut, genetics, or wearing tight shoes, as discussed in the video.