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A member asked:
Toenail cracked all the way across but still in place. should it be bandaged or removed? this from an injury.
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Nail crack: If the injured nail is not causing pain then you do not have to do anything. Just let it natural grow out and trim it normally when needed.
Answered 1/31/2015
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Either : Would be fine. If the crack is low then you may not want it removed as that part of the toe will be sore.
Answered 3/16/2017
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Bandage it: If the nail is still attached don't remove it the body will push it off in time. If the nail becomes loose see your foot doc to have it removed.
Answered 7/27/2017
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Tape until it grows : Place tape on the cracked nail until it grows out. If it remains painful see your podiatrist for evaluation and care.
Answered 12/14/2017
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