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Dead nail removal

2017-05-17 06:09:18
My left hand finger one nail, is dead but its growing so want to remove that dead nail, its not give pain when ckmes in any strong touch...
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It could be fungal.infection of the nail which we call onychomycosis. It can be treated with removing the nail. Please send photos using online consult option for examination of the problem and prescription of medicine.

Answered2017-05-17 06:45:53

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