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Is there an easy and fast way to take care of cracks in big toe nails?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Nail: First thing is to get a proper diagnosis then treatment. See a podiatrist for diagnosis.

Dr Kass agreed

Answered 5/8/2013

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Cracked nails : I would try a cream or lotion for dry skin otc you may also have an infection of your nails that would need to be checked by a specialist see a podiatrist.

Dr Newman agreed

Answered 5/13/2013

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