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Is it possible to remove toenails to get rid of fungus? i need a knee replacement and it might take too long to get rid of it, would it be faster?
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Toenail Removal: Toenail fungus (confirmed by culture) is a persistent condition. There are several treatments including but limited to topical and oral medication, periodic grinding down nails, laser treatments, and removing the nails surgically. Removal could be 'faster,' but there are risks in all surgeries including infection, pain, and return of fungus, etc. This is a decision to made with guidance from doc -
Answered 11/23/2019
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