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My big toe is getting dark and the natural curve has turned into a sharp bend which is digging into the sides.
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Toenail?: Assuming you mean the toenail, this is likely either a fungus darkening the nail, or just incurvation, possibly associated with a spur under the nail. This will cause bruising of the nailbed and nail deformity. Either way, a podiatrist is your best bet for evaluation and treatment options.
Answered 1/26/2014
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It may hurt, but...: There is a small piece of nail still embedded in the corner. You need to get that out. If you can't get it out on your own, a podiatrist can. Sometimes this can be done without numbing the toe, but often, anesthesia is necessary. If it is a chronic condition, there is a very successful surgery that can be done to permanently correct the problem.
Answered 4/10/2015
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