do i see my podiatrist about stubbing my toe?

Question

I have a creamy fluid coming out of underneath my toenail but my toe is not sore or red. Toenail is lifting due topsoriasis. Do i need to see a podiatrist?

Answer 1

stubbed toe: Does it still hurt or is it deformed or is there blood under the nail ....? Any of the above then yes see your podiatrist. There is much suffering and anxiety people put up with that is unnecessary. Get it taken care of and get back into life.

Answer 2

If there is bruising: You may have broken the bone if there is bruising in the area. If it is swollen and continually hurts, see your podiatrist.

Answer 3

Yes, you can.: Have it evaluated if you are in pain as you may have sustained a fracture. X-rays may need to be taken.

Answer 4

See a MD/DO or DPM: I would see a physician or podiatrist that would feel comfortable reducing it. Before doing so, i would advise that you have xrays done prior to determine if there is a broken bone present, not just in the toe, but in the bone adjacent to the toe, called the metatarsal.

Answer 5

See a specialist: The dislocation of the hallux (big toe) can represent a significant injury and the correction of this can be complex. X-rays need to be taken to determine the location of the sesamoid apparatus and aid in evaluating whether your particular injury may require a trip to the or. Find a podiatrist or foot/ankle orthopedist in your area.

Answer 6

No: You need some of treatment, the sooner the better.

Answer 7

No: It will probably need surgery to restore its proper shape.

Answer 8

Likely not. : See a podiatrist for treatment options. Likely, a surgical procedure of some varity will be recommended. If you don't have pain, you can always keep your weird curved toe......If anything sounds unique.

Answer 9

Maybe fungus?: When patients (and many non-dermatologist physicians) see this problem they automatically assume it's a fungal infection but this is only true about 50% of the time. There are several other non-infectious causes of thickened nails including psoriasis, chronic friction/trauma, and hereditary causes. See a dermatologist who may want to take a sample of the nails for a fungal culture and/or biopsy.

Answer 10

See podiatrist: Could be fungus, dystrophy which is thickness without fungus - a scrapping of the toenail can be sent to a pathology lab to find out if there is fungus present.

Answer 11

Nail biopsy first: When patient have thick dystrophy nails they should get a nail biopsy before any treatment. As we wait for the biopsy the patient should begin a topical treatment of urea to soften the nail and an antifungal that cover yeast and dermatophytes. When the biopsy result arrive the nail should be treated as properly. Oral treatment for nail fungal should be add if the nail biopsy comes by positive.

Answer 12

See PCP: A small spec of glass causes a foreign body reaction and can give increased sensitization to that area. Glass may not show up on x-ray, ultrasound or other imaging. Often, it will "work it's way out" and you will be rid of it. If not, your pcp, surgeon or other medical professional may have to explore the area under a local anesthetic and attempt to remove the foreign body.

Answer 13

See Podiatrist: You need a proffesional to remove glass and treat appropriately.

Answer 14

Depends on a lot: Rest will not make a spur go away. Allevating the pressure on the toe which caused the spur to form is the key. If the area is inflammed and sore, rest may be helpful for a while. If the cause is not addressed, then the problem will return in a short time. The problem could be shoe pressure or pressure from another toe or another deformity.

Answer 15

No time: If you have the spur removed you should be able to do minimal walking the same day.

Answer 16

Until pain is gone: When you have a spur, usually on the big toe everytime you bend the toe p you cause trauma and pain, try to avoid this movement if possible.

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