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Both my pinkie toes on my feet are thick and some times peices will break off randomly and its been like sense i was younger. is like a fungus or what?
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Hyperkeratosis: This is thickened skin due to friction, possible fungal nail, or constant trauma from shoe. A podiatrist a foot doctor can address issue of gait, possible bone changes in those toes. Creams will be only marginally effective and the underlying issue of footwear and gait must be addressed.
Answered 1/7/2019
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Fungus: It may be a fungus infection but more likely due to micro trauma from your shoes
Answered 11/10/2018
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