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Question for dpm or foot surgeon: how many weeks does pain typically last after toenail removal? its been one week. no signs of infection, but low/moderate pain on the nailbed and along the incision lines is that normal? especially when walking?

Q: question for dpm or foot surgeon: how many weeks does pain typically last after toenail removal? its been one week. no signs of infection, but low/moderate pain on the nailbed and along the incision lines is that normal? especially when walking?

: After the toenail was removed daily soaking with topical antibiotic with bandaid will resolve any concerns

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Dr. Jeffrey Trantalis, DPM answered

After the toenail was removed daily soaking with topical antibiotic with bandaid will resolve any concerns

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 5/25/2023

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A member asked:

Question for dpm or foot surgeon: how many weeks does pain typically last after toenail removal? its been one week. no signs of infection, but low/moderate pain on the nailbed and along the incision lines is that normal? especially when walking?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeffrey Trantalis, DPM answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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