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A member asked:
I've seen my doctor about bruising under my toenails and they said it would heal on their own. the bruising is getting bigger, what do i do now?
5 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
It takes time: The bruising getting bigger is not big deal. When the blood underneath your nail dries up this is what ends up happening. It takes 4-6 months for you nail to regrow back. However, see a podiatrist to make sure you have "bruising" and not something else. Also did the doctor tell you why and how you got the bruising?
Answered 7/7/2013
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Have it looked at.: Most probable diagnoses include tight shoes, causing bleeding under the nails. Try wearing shoes with a wider higher toe box. Have the feet inspected by a professional to determine the exact cause of the problem, as treatment varies depending on the diagnosis.
Answered 3/11/2013
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Not sure if: Your doctor was your internist or podiatrist, but if you see a foot doctor they should be able to cut the nail back and remove the majority of the bruising.
Answered 3/26/2013
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