[header] How to relieve ingrown toe nail pain [title] Check to see if there is swelling on your toe. [step] An ingrown toenail will usually cause a small amount of swelling in the area next to your toenail. Compare your toe to the same toe on your other foot. 
Does it look puffier than normal? [title] Feel the area for pain or sensitivity. [step] The skin around the toenail will feel tender, or painful when touched or pressed.