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Discovered one white spot with some black flecks under my big toe nail. i don't know how long it has been there, as i've had nail polish for months.
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Discovered one white: White discoloration usually comes from fungal infection , black could be from fungal infection/dry blood/very rarely skin cancer. It is best to see a podiatrist to get examined, possibly cut back the toenail and get sample of the nail for culture and possibly biopsy of the skin under the toenail, if needed.
Answered 4/2/2014
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