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Hi my toe is turning purple inside the nail in the corner what can that be? it hurts to touch it
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Subungual hematoma: Could be clotted blood from trauma, abscess if red from ingrown toenail, there are other possibilities as well, please see your doctor or a podiatrist.
Answered 10/15/2014
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Most likely: It is what is referred to as a subungual hematoma, as in a bruise under the nail. You may not even remember the trauma to the toe, as it doesn't take much force to create a bruise there. But if this is starting to cause pain, discharge, or fails to go away in the ensuing weeks, I would encourage you to seek an evaluation with your doctor as there are other possibilities.
Answered 10/14/2014
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See a podiatrist: Ingrown hangnail, infection, injury, tight shoe?????
Answered 10/15/2014
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