What causes toe pain in nail and below the nail and in the joint below the toe nail?

Infection/.hematoma: May be infection or hematoma under nail plate extending further back under skin. A traumatic event can cause these symptoms; this can be from excessive shoe pressure or other form of repetative stress on area.

Many possitilities.: Have it evaluated by a professional. After a careful examination, conservative and surgical options will be discussed.

Ingrown nail: Thick nail, subungual exostosis, subungual hematoma or toe fracture are the more common culprits.

Big toe: There is no joint under the big toenail. The most likely culprit is called a subungual exostosis . Solitary enchondroma is also a possibility. The only way to know is to see your podiatrist , do x rays and discuss treatment options.