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My toe nail is half way off and its red and pussy on the top.there was no bite. now, flesh is coming out of the top ofthe nail. what should i do?
3 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
See Your Doctor: It sounds like you have an infection in the area and need to be on medication. There is no home or over the counter treatment for this. You need to see your doctor or urgent care for a proper diagnosis and treatment.
Answered 12/5/2013
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GET TO A DOCTOR...: You need professional treatment! the toe should be anesthetized and the nail removed. After that you will need a course of an appropriate antibiotics. You will feel much better after you get this treated and cleared up.
Answered 6/20/2013
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Need: To have nail removed and antibiotics if pus is noted. The "meat" is likely the nail bed or tissue under the nail. Don't delay seeing a podiatrist.
Answered 6/21/2013
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