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A member asked:

I have toe nail fungus and i can see somewhat of a new toenail coming in and the one on top is coming off. it doesn't hurt, should i take it off?

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Had ingrown toenail removed. I have fungus on other toes including one that had ingrown.That nail is peeling back and has some fungus. Should i clip?

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I have toenail fungus on big toe. Not too bad just yellow, looks like new nail is already growing. Got lamisil. Can I apply directly to nail?

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3/5 toenails have fungus, with no nail left at all on my big toe. Alt/ast are normal. Should I take lamisil (terbinafine)? Podiatrist says no but derm says yes.

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