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I have a very sore big toe producing pus, i've had it before but its always had tendency to come back, what shall i do, what do you think is causing it?

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Dr. Luis Villaplana answered

See a podiatrist: Sounds like a recurrent ingrown toenail.

Dr Ferdowsi and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. Tharesh Udupa answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Ingrown nail: Sounds like you may have an ingrown nail. But you should have a physician check it out. Pus should not be taken lightly since it means there is an infection.

Dr Brown agreed

Answered 11/8/2015

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Dr. Arnold Beresh answered

Get it examined: You need to see a podiatrist to get this checked, don't delay since thi is a recurring problem.

Dr Pizzo and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 4/13/2013

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A member asked:

I have a very sore big toe producing pus, i've had it before but its always had tendency to come back, what shall i do, what do you think is causing it?

8 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Dr. Luis Villaplana answered

Dr Ferdowsi and 4 doctors agreed

Dr. Tharesh Udupa answered

Dr Brown agreed

Dr. Arnold Beresh answered

Dr Pizzo and 2 doctors agreed

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