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What to do if i got my pinky toe-nail caught in a blanket, the toenail wasoff?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

See below: Clean the area and apply an antiseptic and bandaid to the are to protect infection.

Dr Inwood and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/27/2016

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Dr. Thomas Inwood answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Pinky: Topical care is the first order of business. If it develops any redness , see your podiatrist for assistance.

Answered 12/27/2013

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