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A member asked:

I have smelly white stuff under my toenails. i have no discoloration or anything else on my nails.

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Needs to be checked: Smelly means there is infection.Consult your doctor to get treated.It is not normal

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 3/6/2018

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