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My 8 year old a painful growth coming from toenail. lifting the nail with black and white lines. can send pic if needed

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Dr. Jeffrey Kass answered

Not sure : He we see pics but i would bring child to podiatrist or dermatologist for evaluation.

Dr Hellman agreed

Answered 4/5/2014

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