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For md: i can lift off pieces of nail. parts of nail thins out, crater/tiny cracks form where polish gets stuck once i remove it. why? natural remedy?
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Nail Fungus: It sounds like you may have onychomycosis. All of the lacquers and topical treatments (even laser) are not effective at achieving complete resolution. Your best bet is Lamisil 250mg daily: 2 months for fingernails, 3 months for toenails.
Answered 9/23/2017
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