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14yrs old brown thick fungus under toenail & dry itchy cracks between toes & peely bottom feet- 5yrs. took pills & creams dermatologist or podiatrist?

9 doctors weighed in across 5 answers
Dr. Alex Garcia answered

Specializes in Podiatric surgery

Both are qualify: There are many treatment options for the described symptoms. Either a dermatologist or podiatrists are qualified to treat skin condition of the feet.

Answered 3/23/2015

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Podiatrist: Either the podiatrist or the dermatologist can treat this condition, however, you may have a wider array of options with the podiatrist.

Answered 5/28/2016

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Dr. Payam Rafat answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Both good options: Both a dermatologist or a podiarist can help with the problem.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dermatologist: Dermatologist will be far more experienced and better informed than any other practitioner.

Answered 1/17/2016

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Dr. Ellen Wenzel answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Toenail fungus: Podiatrists see this problem often. There are several other possible causes this could be and an examination and likely some microbiology/fungal cultures are in order based on your description. Check with you pcp or friends/family for a trusted provider - podiatry or dermatology.

Answered 3/31/2013

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