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Why is my toenails turning dark?
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Sounds like fungis: Keep in mind... The fda has recently come out with a blanket statement that toenail fungus can not be cured. It is "managed" by a number of modalities, but it can always come back in the future.
Answered 1/23/2019
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See below: You may have injured it and there is blood under the nail, or you may have a fungus.
Answered 10/2/2016
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