Question 1

fingernail removal, is this a procedure or surgery?

Accepted Answer

Same: A procedure can describe a type of surgery, albeit a minor surgery.

Question 2

would a fingernail removal be considered a procedure or a surgery?

Accepted Answer

Minor surgery: A procedure is a specific surgery. Procedure refers to the act of performing a surgery, hence the term a surgical procedure.

Question 3

what is the definition or description of: surgical removal of a fingernail or toenail?

Accepted Answer

Well: One is a finger and the other is a toe. Other than that, they're pretty much the same. Dermatologists deal with fingers and podiatrists deal with toes (unless it's hanging below your ankles). It's a pretty simple and easy procedure.

Question 4

can you please suggest treatment for fingernail removal?

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Surgical: Nail plate removal is done under digital block with local anesthesia. If only the nail is removed the nail will grow back in a few months time. If complete destruction of the nail is desired, than ablation of the germinal matrix, the nail producing tissue, is also performed.

Question 5

nail bed still looks red days after fingernail removal. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Probably: If it is painful or persistent, then seek medical attention.

Question 6

how much will eye surgery cost ? an what will happen if i don't get eye surgery? for the fingernail removal ?

Accepted Answer

EYE SURGERY COST ETC: HAVE SEEN AN EYE SURGEON?
DO YOU HAVE INSURANCE?
IT SOUNDS AS IF YOU NEED TO SEE A DOCTOR VERY SOON.
IF YOU DONT TAKE CARE OF IT RIGHT AWAY, IT WILL LEAD TO SEVERE COMPLICATIONS, INCLUDING BLINDNESS.
PLEASE DO IT RIGHT AWAY!

Question 7

if a fingernail is pulled out as with pliers is the matrix pulled out too?  will the nail regrow?  how long will it take to see evidence of regrowth?

Accepted Answer

Nails: Usually if there's not too much destruction or disruption of the matrix, the nail will grow as soon as the end of the finger put back together. Then you should take extra precautions talk to disturb the matrix of the mail.

Question 8

how fast do fingernails grow?

Accepted Answer

6 months: Finger nails are completely replaced about every 6 months.

Question 9

are fingernails a living thing?

Accepted Answer

Keratin: Fingernails, like hair, are composed of a protein called keratin. Though made by specialized living cells in the nail matrix, keratin is a product and as such is not alive.

Question 10

why do my fingernail have lines?

Accepted Answer

Lots of reasons: When you say "lines" it is difficult to say as there are many types of lines.  The most common lines seen are longitudinal (running along the length of the nail).  More specifically, longitudinal melanonychia means dark lines along the nails.  This can be variant of normal, particularly in persons with dark skin.  However, any new line of pigmentation should be evaluated by a dermatologist.

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Fingernail removal, is this a procedure or surgery?

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Would a fingernail removal be considered a procedure or a surgery?

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Can you please suggest treatment for fingernail removal?

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Nail bed still looks red days after fingernail removal. is this normal?

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How much will eye surgery cost ? an what will happen if i don't get eye surgery? for the fingernail removal ?

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If a fingernail is pulled out as with pliers is the matrix pulled out too? will the nail regrow? how long will it take to see evidence of regrowth?

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How fast do fingernails grow?

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