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If i cut my nails really deep inside the skin, i know it would hurt but, will it grow back again normally or it will stay the same as short.

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Dr. Arnold Beresh answered

See below: If cut wrong you could develop an ingrown nail as the nail grows out.

Answered 10/25/2017

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A member asked:

If i cut my nails really deep inside the skin, i know it would hurt but, will it grow back again normally or it will stay the same as short.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Arnold Beresh answered

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