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For a few months my toe nails have been breaking off all most completey off with no pain at times i don't even notice it breaks off..what is causing it?
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Malnutrition: I would suggest that you talk with your doctor asap -- you may have some kind of malnutrition perhaps involuntary due to some malabsorption problem. The symptoms you describe is usually caused by mineral and electrolyte imbalance --.
Answered 10/3/2016
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Few things : Can cause this. Fungus or trauma (even micro trauma) are some common reasons as are vitamin deficiencies. (microtrauma can occur by ill fitting shoes.) see a podiatrist who can help make the diagnosis and offer a treatment plan.
Answered 4/30/2014
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