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My big toe is red an numb and somewhat sore. now my toenail is yellow and trying to fall off. what is wrong with it?
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Onycholysis/mycosis: Your nail is coming loose because fungus in the toenail distorts the shape of the nail. The nail becomes loose and constantly moves with walking causing irritation and redness and infection. See a podiatrist for antibiotics and treatment options. Oral antifungals only have a 38% cure rate and topicals have less than a 10% cure rate. The nail can also be removed permanently by a podiatrist.
Answered 12/18/2014
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Most likely fungus..: There are many types of fungal organisms that live on the feet at all times. Fortunately, only a few cause any problems. See a podiatrist if you are having problems with one of them.
Answered 12/10/2013
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Yellow nail: The pain may be caused by some type of infection under the nail. A. Nail that is yellow and falling of may indicate a fungus and it is possible there could be a secondary bacterial infection under the nail as well. Seek care with a podiatrist as soon as you can to make sure there is no infection present.
Answered 11/16/2013
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