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Ingrown nail problem

2017-12-14 06:43:23
Have got ingrown nail problem from more than 1 month, tried home remedies but didn't work out. What should I do now Attached pic of infected foot's thumb.
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Hello.... the ingrown toe nail seemed to have caused u secondary infections. The best thing what u can do now is it consult ur nearest podiatrist, who might start u on proper antibiotics and guide u further on the treatment of the nail. U can consult me at my clinic as well, if at bangalore.

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