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Thumb nail( hand) removal.

2017-11-19 07:40:10
Thumb nail is damaged. Half nail has regrown. Need to remove the remaining old nail.please advise. Thanks!
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Dear patient Have you developed a pus or abscess under the nail? In that case you’ll need antibiotics. Meet a general surgeon for removal of the nail.
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Answered2017-11-20 06:27:09

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