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I had acrilic nails for 2 months n when i took then off i noticed that my thumb nails are growing up wards. why? is it serious?

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Dr. Elise Sadoun answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

See your doctor: Please see your doctor for an examination. When placing acrylic nails, they file down the the nail quite thin, which can lead to breakage and infection. You might also have a fungal infection or other problem. Only a doctor can diagnose this. Good luck.

Answered 2/5/2014

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