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I have had a sore big toe for a couple of days, when i looked at it, half of the toe is red, starts at the top of my toe and works down. what is wrong?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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Just a thought: This sounds like an infected INGROWN TOENAIL! You should check this out with a Physician who does minor Foot surgery. Hope this helps!! Dr Z

Answered 9/17/2016

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A member asked:

I have had a sore big toe for a couple of days, when i looked at it, half of the toe is red, starts at the top of my toe and works down. what is wrong?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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