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I have a problem, i opened my toe next to my baby toe because i thought i was dead skin. its not bleeding also. what do i do. and i think its a bruise?
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You opened it?: Meaning the skin is open? If so apply an antibiotic and bandage. If there is a bruise and it hurts you can ice it, if no pain time will heel it.
Answered 10/4/2016
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Sounds like a corn: Your skin will protect itself where there is increased pressure by forming a corn/callus however sometimes things can get embedded within that forming. This can be dirt, can be a scab from friction or a wart (virus). Have the podiatrist check it and offer you relief and treatment options.
Answered 12/9/2013
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