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I had a full toenail avulsion with matrix destruction performed over four weeks ago. i have followed aftercare instructions (twice daily soaking, neosporin and dressing). should area still be painful/tender to touch? no visible sign of infection?

Q: i had a full toenail avulsion with matrix destruction performed over four weeks ago. i have followed aftercare instructions (twice daily soaking, neosporin and dressing). should area still be painful/tender to touch? no visible sign of infection?

: As long as you are following the Post Op instructions it appears you are healing.

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Dr. Alan Ettinger answered

As long as you are following the Post Op instructions it appears you are healing.

Answered 6/7/2021

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A member asked:

I had a full toenail avulsion with matrix destruction performed over four weeks ago. i have followed aftercare instructions (twice daily soaking, neosporin and dressing). should area still be painful/tender to touch? no visible sign of infection?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Alan Ettinger answered

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