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Why does the skin around my toenails turn white when wet?
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Reduced blood press: The flow of blood and its reduction around the toenail due standing and absorption of extra water and moisture after taking shower. The above are the best possible reasons for people to perceive change in to color of toenail.
Answered 1/1/2021
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