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What does it mean if my big toe nail is turn dark and getting very hard?
8 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Possible Fungus: This may be a sign that you have a fungus infection of the toenail (onychomycosis). You should have it checked by a dermatologist.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Fungal toenail: Have the toenail cultured to determine if it is a fungal infection.
Answered 2/6/2019
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Possible fungus: Or dried blood under the toenail. See a podiatrist who can fix you up rather quickly.
Answered 5/1/2019
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