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I bite and pick my cuticle and thumb nail. i have peeled off a portion of my nail doing this...what type of dr. should i see for treatment?
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A dermatologist: The nail and cuticle are part of the skin system, so I would make an appointment with a dermatologist. I am pleased you are going to ask for help with this and that you are ready to take some action which will mostly be changing your behavior. Very good wishes:)
Answered 12/30/2015
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