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3 mon +) toenail bleeds from cuticle area (when walking etc), the skin around the nail is swollen and the nail is not growing. antibiotics not helped?
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The problem may: be FUNGAL....Speak with your GP (Family physician) about a trial of anti-fungal therapy...a fungal culture from the nail may be helpful! Hope this helps! Dr Z
Answered 10/1/2018
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