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A member asked:
How can you get rid of thickened skin underneath a toenail?
4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Keratolytic creams: Keratolytic cream which treat thickened skin such as lachydrin, (lactic acid) urea, and even topical vitamin acid creams could soften the area.
Answered 12/23/2016
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Soak: Try soaking the foot with warm water and use a soft brush to remove the dry buildup of skin.
Answered 9/29/2016
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Keratinazation: Can be removed with urea 40% or higher. It is a high concentration skin and nail softener.
Answered 1/26/2016
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