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My son's big toe nail has separated slightly from the skin and is smelly and oozing. the nail was quite bruise, but is now yellowish.
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See a surgeon: You are describing a bacterial infection under the nail. It needs to be treated by antibiotics and by drainage. A hole must be made through the nail to allow drainage, followed by soaks. Make an appointment for today.
Answered 8/7/2014
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Fungus: Please call your PCP to make an appointment to be evaluated for fungal or bacterial infection.
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