A member asked:

I injured my big toe nail in a soccer game a few years ago. the toe nail is black it doesn't grow anymore. what type of dr can help with treatment?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Unfortunately: it sounds like the nail growth band (located at the base) was injured. You could consult a Dermatologist for an exact Diagnosis. The Treatment (if this is the diagnosis) is removal of the "dead" nail and possible cosmetic surgical evaluation. Hope this is helpful Dr Z

Answered 10/20/2018

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Podiatrist : Podiatrist or Board Certified Foot Surgeon can evaluate and treat old injured nail and nail bed; DPM (Doctor of Podiatric Medicine) can possibly debride and/or remove nail and potentially assist regrowth of new nail if nail matrix (where nail grows) has not been damaged.

Answered 10/20/2018

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