What would cause the side of my toe to be red and puffy?

Answer by  Heather726 (257)

It sounds like you have an infected ingrown toenail. These can be very painful, sometimes making it hard to walk, especially with shoes on. Get to the doctor. He'll remove part of the toenail then get underneath to the infection and remove that. It's pretty quick, and you'll need to take care of your toe for about a week afterward.

Answer by  pagan23 (1342)

It could be broken. Unfortunately there isn't much they can do for broken toes. You may have also just bruised it or scraped it. Take some pain medication and try to stay off from it. It will heal eventually. If you are really concerned go see a doctor and they will help you.

Answer by  rookie105 (823)

it sounds like one of 2 things, either an in grown toe nail or gout. Usually it affects the big toe and hurts pretty bad

Answer by  diva25 (4016)

You may have stubbed it so hard that you broke it. There isn't too much that can be done for it. Just wear comfortable shoes and try not to bump it again. It should heal in time, and it will never be exactly the same, but it will work for you again.