Nail fungus

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Nail fungus

Asked for Female, 23 Years

I had an nail coming out and before coming out it became black and smells bad what is the reason for this type of nail fungus and treatment for this

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Dr. Sudarshan R

Dermatologist 10 yrs exp Bangalore

This looks like infected nail , infection could be bacterial with anaerobic type u can expect more smell, however u can have super added fungal infection . It's better u do a test for confirmation of diagnosis.

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gram staining and pus culture for bacteria and fungus

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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist 13 yrs exp Chennai Consult Now · Accepted Answer

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu

Dermatologist 13 yrs exp Chennai

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Don't worry...you are suffering from nail fungus causing this nail black patches... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos.