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I had my toenail removed last week. i cant walk properly rn. when would i be able to play football? and i hope it wont make my toenail start ingrow?
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When ready, set, go.: It depends on just what was done to your nail. If the nail was simply avulsed and the nail root not touched, then you are good to go now. If the nail root was also excised or cauterized, then you may need another week. You can participate when you can tolerate the activity.
Answered 9/21/2015
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