Question 1

my toenail has turned grey but no pain?

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Nail fungus : If a toe nail had turned a grey color, it usually means there is a fungal infection of the nail. There are several medications that may treat the problem. Consult your physician about treatment options.

Question 2

my toenail colour turns grey.. what should i do ?

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Depends: If this is the only issue you have, you may address it by painting the nail. 
For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
Practice safe sex. 
Get HPV vaccine.

Question 3

i have a grey mark on my toenail, what does it mean?

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Need more info: There are a few possibilities. It could be blood under the nail from trauma or a foreign body like a splinter. Please consult with your family physician.

Question 4

why do my toenails look grey?

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Gray Nails: One possible cause of blue-gray nail discoloration is using the drug minocycline. This broad-spectrum antibiotic has been found to turn nails a light blue-gray color. However, there are many other causes of nail discoloration as well, including fungal infection, chronic diseases and the use of various medications. Contact your doctor to get an accurate diagnosis.

Question 5

why are my toenails dark grey?

Accepted Answer

Depends: It may depend on what color your natural skin color is. Some dark skinned individuals have dark gray streaks in their toenails fingernails. However there are other causes of it which may include a hematoma or melanoma or fungal infection. Have your podiatrist check it out.

Question 6

why are my husbands toenails a blueish grey color, he is not on any meds.

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Nail color: The blue gray color of his nails may be an indicator of poor circulation to his toes. Check with your doctor as to the status of your husbands circulation.

Question 7

my toenails are a grey black what does it mean  and touching the toenails hurt?

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Could be: Many things from toenail fungus to something more serious.  See a podiatrist to get a small sample for a pathology report to see exactly what it is.  They will likely be able to tell from the looks of it too, but the report will tell for sure.

Question 8

what does it mean if half my big toenail is blue-gray in colour? its not due to trauma..

Accepted Answer

Nail: Don't dismiss this. Nail changes as you describe are often from shoe pressure and it is often from shoes with low toe box. The nails can have skin lesions like a mole as well. These are most often benign but should have a trained eye look at them. Just to make sure...See your doc.

Question 9

i have a grey line on both my toenails. i also have dark spot in my inner elbows. should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

: Please get an exam and a blood screen for heavy metals. Lead toxicity has been known to form a discoloration in the gums, and may show up in other body parts. 
Call your local doctor for appointment. Good luck

Question 10

i have a toenail that was painful nd dark gray colored, i looked under it and discovered it wasnt attached to the nailbed and was brown, what do i do?

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Truama or fungal nai: Discoloration may be due to fungal nail changes causing excessive sublingual debris vs trauma induced. For example certain activities may cause bleeding under the nail or dry blood. If in the tip and drains out it causes automatic desertion of the nail. If no sorrow ding redness or swelling it's not urgent but should be looked at. Likely cause usually fungal nail or trauma

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What does it mean if half my big toenail is blue-gray in colour? its not due to trauma..

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I have a grey line on both my toenails. i also have dark spot in my inner elbows. should i be concerned?

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I have a toenail that was painful nd dark gray colored, i looked under it and discovered it wasnt attached to the nailbed and was brown, what do i do?

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