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My thumb got smashed in a car a couple months ago. my nail grew out to the point that it fell off. there is no visible nail now. will it grow back?
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Unfortunately: it sounds like you damaged the nail bed at the GROWTH area! See a Board Certified DERMATOLOGIST to discuss your "options" Hope this helps! Dr Z
Answered 5/22/2016
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