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Should i get my toe nail removed? it's swollen and hurts after i stubbed it.. i can't walk on it and i have softball all week

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Dr. Arlo Miller answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Ouch: I can assure you that removing it is not going to make it easier to play softball this week. It is usually quite tender for 2-4 months after removing the whole thing.

Answered 2/26/2013

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See podiatrist: Need to make sure there is no underlying fracture of the toe or nail bed laceration.

Dr Shollenberger agreed

Answered 2/26/2013

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