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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?
9 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
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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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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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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