A member asked:

My toe nail cracked months ago, and the crack remains. how do i treat it and stop the crack from persisting? i've been putting tape on the toe.

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Dr. Rebecca Gliksman answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Cracked toenail: May be fungal infection. See a podiatrist, as can be treated with medication- lamisil, (terbinafine) topical penlac or laser

Answered 12/30/2015

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Dr. Scott Keith answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Step on a crack.: The answer is based on the cause of the crack, if there is one. Is the crack due to a weakness caused by a diseased nail such a fungus infection or caused by trauma. If the crack is not too long and not infected or thickened by fungus, one can try using super glue. I would seek the advice of a foot specialist before trying the glue first.

Answered 2/28/2016

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