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I'm not certain it's fungus. one toe nail developed a thicker ridge. i filled down the nail hoping to remove the problem area, but no luck.the nail has a white line surrounded by a darker, bruise like color.

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Dr. Dora Chizea answered

Specializes in Anti-Aging Medicine

Podiatrist or ...: Could be fungus toe nail infection as suggested. Since self care has not been successful seeing a Foot Doctor, (Podiatrist) or the PCP might be a way to resolve the problem professionally.

Dr Trantalis, DPM agreed

Answered 12/6/2019

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A member asked:

I'm not certain it's fungus. one toe nail developed a thicker ridge. i filled down the nail hoping to remove the problem area, but no luck.the nail has a white line surrounded by a darker, bruise like color.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Dora Chizea answered

Dr Trantalis, DPM agreed

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