How can you tell if your toenail is ready to be removed?
Once you start pulling away the nail, you will recognize if it is ready to be removed. If you feel pain, stop pulling. You may see some bleeding if your nail is still connected at the corner of your cuticle; however, this pain should not be severe.
What do the colors on your toenails mean?
1 Injury 2 Melanoma 3 Inflammatory conditions 4 Fungal infections 5 Certain medications
Why are the tips of my toenails so thick?
Toenails that have grown thicker over time likely indicate a fungal infection, also known as onychomycosis. Left untreated, thick toenails can become painful. Prompt treatment is key to curing the nail fungus. Fungal infections can be difficult to cure and may require months of treatment.
When to see a doctor for toenail discoloration?
Left untreated, several fungal infections can cause permanent nail damage. You should also see a healthcare provider if you have diabetes and a fungal infection in your toenail. If you’ve recently dropped something on your foot or stubbed your toe on something, your nail discoloration could be a symptom of a subungual hematoma.
Why do my toe nails look like they are dead?
It looks like a dead toenail and when I clip it there is no feeling. And also the nail is somewhat thicker than my other nails. I’ve put antibiotics and rubbing alcohol on it but that didn’t work at all.
1 Injury 2 Melanoma 3 Inflammatory conditions 4 Fungal infections 5 Certain medications
Left untreated, several fungal infections can cause permanent nail damage. You should also see a healthcare provider if you have diabetes and a fungal infection in your toenail. If you’ve recently dropped something on your foot or stubbed your toe on something, your nail discoloration could be a symptom of a subungual hematoma.
Toenails that have grown thicker over time likely indicate a fungal infection, also known as onychomycosis. Left untreated, thick toenails can become painful. Prompt treatment is key to curing the nail fungus. Fungal infections can be difficult to cure and may require months of treatment.