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Recently cut off part of toenail to try to treat ingrown nail,ended up detaching part of nail into skin,which is no longer visible.how do i treat this?
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Soaking: may help soften that nail remnant making it easier to "reach" and remove HOWEVER it is possible you may need a little local anesthetic and an experienced PODIATRIST! Contact your PCP (Primary Care Professional ) for a referral! Hope this is helpful Dr Z
Answered 12/20/2017
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