Nail infection

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Nail infection

Asked for Male, 28 Years

I am observing my thumb nail is getting infection, and it looks like fungul infection. I am not sure where from It got me, i need help as i fear it might effect my other nails also.

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Dr. D.P. Jayanth Dermatologist 22 yrs exp Mysore · Accepted Answer

Dr. D.P. Jayanth

Dermatologist 22 yrs exp Mysore

Not all nail discoloration is due to nail fungus. Kindly consult dermatologist soon . When in doubt, nail clipping is taken for fungal culture and sensitivity. Report takes nearly 6 weeks and can confirm presence or absence of fungal infection of nail.

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