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A member asked:

6 year old bleeding bottom big toe every time he goes to the pool?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

If bleeding..: Child should not be in the pool. Please have your son's toe evaluated by a physician.

Dr Hardin agreed

Answered 8/7/2013

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Dr. Grace Torres-hodges answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Avoid the pool: Have his toe examined by his pediatrician or a podiatrist. There may be a small fissure/cut that may be present. Any opening in the skin can risk entry of bacteria and can risk an infection.

Dr Poinsett agreed

Answered 3/29/2014

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