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Had both big toenails avulsed 5wks ago, had infections but have gone. left with tingling when i walk on them? like knocking your funny bone? why?

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Dr. Richard Blake answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Tingling postsurgery: The cuticle may be trapped down onto the nail bed and needs to be loosened up. As long as it does not hurt, try using a softening cream or lotion and massage the base of the nail 3 times a day for 2 minutes to see if that eases the tingling. See the surgeon when you can. Dr Rich Blake

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Answered 7/27/2017

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A member asked:

Had both big toenails avulsed 5wks ago, had infections but have gone. left with tingling when i walk on them? like knocking your funny bone? why?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Blake answered

Dr Keith and another doctor agreed

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