Nail infection

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Nail infection

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Under the nail, there seem to be some infection. Visited couple of physicians and was suggested to use some antibiotics, with no results. Nail is still aching with bit of brown color. Please suggest. Visiting a dermatologist would be fine or a general surgeon would be good. No

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Dr. Sudha Shroff Dermatologist 13 yrs exp Hyderabad · Accepted Answer

Dr. Sudha Shroff

Dermatologist 13 yrs exp Hyderabad

Your symptoms suggest fungal infection.suggest you to visit dermatologist for proper evaluation.your nail scapings will be sent for fungal examination.

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