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Had nail polish on toes for a few months.i removed it, and on my big toe is a big brown spot either on or under my toenail(can't tell),what is this?

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Dr. Jeffrey Kass answered

This happens: sometimes from the nail polish. I would not reapply any polish, I would also prophylacticaly apply a topical anti fungal agent. Even, tea tree oil would be good.

Answered 5/13/2019

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A member asked:

Had nail polish on toes for a few months.i removed it, and on my big toe is a big brown spot either on or under my toenail(can't tell),what is this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeffrey Kass answered

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