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Its my right big toe and it has been brown and flaky for a few months now. im not sure what is wrong with it, but i have put lotion on it and i have let it breathe for a while and not worn super tight shoes or kept socks on?
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I assume you mean the toenail is brown and flaky. You could be dealing with a fungal/bacterial infection of the toenail. Topical medicine can help oral medication also available. See your family doctor or podiatrist for diagnosis and treatment
Answered 9/4/2022
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