Infected Ingrown Toenail: Risks, Treatment & What to Expect

It is not accurate to say that an infected ingrown toenail will always die. While infections can cause ingrown toenails to become more painful and swollen, the infection itself does not typically cause the toenail to die. In most cases, proper medical treatment, including antibiotics to treat the infection and proper nail trimming, can resolve the issue without the need for the toenail to die. If the infection is severe and left untreated, it can lead to more serious complications, but it does not necessarily mean the toenail will die.