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Nail infection

2017-05-08 10:34:35
Damaged toe nails since past 6-7 years. It has started paining and hence causing trouble when trying to wear shoes since past 2-3 weeks. The texture is coarse and the nail has stopped growing altogether. The nail has become thick and crooked.
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Greetings. There can be few medical conditions associated with such presentation and should be ruled out by meeting a Dermatologist. The information provided is limited. A thorough history and clinical examination will be helpful. A better photograph will add in obtaining better recommendations.
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Psoriasis should be ruled out.
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