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Nails are turning black

2020-10-17 18:38:44
Hello Dr. My mother's both hands nails are turning black.sometimes she is having pain in nails. I am enclosing few pictures for your understanding. Please tell me what to do?? Any medicines ?? Thank you in advance,🙏
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Don't worry...you are suffering from nail Fungus causing this problem... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription

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