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My big toenail is starting to discolor to a yellowish color. what can i do to make my nail normal color again?
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Antifungals : What you are describing sounds like nail fungus infection. You need to kill the fungus to resolve the discoloration. A podiatrist can thin any thickening if the nail and discuss the risks and benefits of topical vs oral antifungal agents. In any event, be patient. Toenails take nearly 9 months to grow so you'll need nearly a year for the final result.
Answered 2/25/2013
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Try cutting the nail: Short and daily application of an antifungal medication. Solutions are preferred as they can get under the nail more readily.
Answered 10/4/2016
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Vicks Vapo Rub: I have had good luck with good old Vicks applied to the nail on a daily basis. I agree with dr. Kass to shorten the nail and then use the Vicks on the nail to help kill the fungus. There are many other antifungals that can be used but most people have Vicks at home already. Be consistent as it may take 1 year to kill the fungus.
Answered 2/18/2015
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