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A member asked:

Toenails sometimes have a dark blue tinge. feet are not numb. blue tinge goes away after i shower. what could cause this? shoes don't feel tight.

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Circulation: It may be a circulation issue. Consult a podiatrist or your physician for an evaluation

Answered 3/1/2016

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