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I have an infected toe, how do i remove it?
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You would want to: Keep the toe, the nail would be better removed by a podiatrist who would give you local anesthesia. You may also need an antibiotic. Performing "bathroom surgery" often leads to bigger problems and can worsen the infection.
Answered 4/17/2013
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