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Toe infection possible

2017-07-31 17:03:49
I was cutting my nail, and I had a edge toe nail that I pulled & since then I had pain because it's swollen & I cut the corner nail that was digged inside the skin & I thought It was better but when It hurts a lot, I've had for about 2-3 weeks now.
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Please visit nearby dermatologist. History suggests bacterial infection near your nail. You need oral antibiotics under doctors guidance. Do not delay visit.

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