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Why would finger nails grow faster than toe nails?
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Closer to the heart: Fingers are closer to the heart than toes are, and therefore they get a quicker and higher blood flow than the toes. Fingernails take an average of 6-8 months to outgrow while toenails take an average of 8-10 months.
Answered 10/29/2012
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Circulation: Fingers are closer to the heart.
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