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I have burning sensation in my big toe just below the nail. why is it so and what should i do. thank you?

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You should see: A foot doctor. An x- ray may be in order possibilities include: an ingrown toenail, a fungal toenail, a spur of bone under the nail called a sub unfurl exostosis.

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Answered 2/27/2019

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You may have: Nail infection or you may have irritated a nerve. See a podiatrist.

Answered 3/22/2018

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