A member asked:

I have a creamy fluid coming out of underneath my toenail but my toe is not sore or red. toenail is lifting due topsoriasis. do i need to see a podiatrist?

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Dr. Donald Alves answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

Yes: Could be infection or inflammatory response. Should get it checked by an expert (podiatrist).

Answered 5/14/2013

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Yes: Anytime you have drainage from a wound, it should be evaluated. It may be a sterile subungual abscess and require nothing more than simple cleansing, but let your podiatrist decide that.

Answered 8/23/2013

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Dr. Jordan Steinberg answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Podiatrist: You should see your podiatrist for further evaluation. You may have an abscess under the nail.

Answered 3/27/2013

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Dr. Payam Rafat answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Yes: Have it evaluated by a professional and have it treated.

Answered 12/10/2013

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