A member asked:

I have toenail fungus on one toe and the nail just came off with the phone get something eat should i continue to apply the over-the-counter medicine?

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Dr. Dominic Riganotti answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

No: Over the counter medications..I.E. Topical meds are completely worthless.

Answered 12/31/2013

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With the nail off: The medication applied should be more effective assuming your diagnosis is correct. Not sure what the phone has to do in the question.

Answered 7/27/2013

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Dr. Adam Ringler answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Nail fungus: There are some prescription medicaitons such as a nail polish which contains prescription strength antifungal that can be used topically. Just be patient as it can take 9 months or more for the nail to regrow.

Answered 5/7/2016

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Dr. Thomas Inwood answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Nail off: First be sure there is no exposed tissue , because you will have a raging infection if you use that stuff on open skin. Frankly the otc fungus topicals are worthless

Answered 12/31/2013

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