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My doctor removed my toenail and there is something white and hard but not hard like my toenail. what could it be?
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New nail: Sometimes if the nail regrows it starts off somewhat soft. If the area that is white and hard is at the base of your toe then it is probably the new nail growing back. You will know in a few months for sure if it is the nail as it will grow out and look like your old nail.
Answered 4/9/2015
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