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My index finger looks swollen and the nail does not look smooth, it also seems to grow slower i was wondering what it was and if it could be treated.

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Are you: sure you didn't injure the nail bed???? Trauma is the main cause for what you describe . On occasion, (rarely) nail fungus affects only one fingernail so try an OTC (Pharmacy) anti-fungal liquid. If no improvement..a consultation with a DERMATOLOGIST is the best source of expertise! Hope this helps! Dr Z

Answered 12/3/2016

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