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Toenail problem
I have a problem on my second toenail of my right leg. It's swollen around the nail. The skin is black around the cuticle. Having a black coloration at the corner of the nail.
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It's bacterial paronychia.. causing swelling.. for detailed prescription do direct online consultation with photos
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Dr. Harish Kukreja
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26 yrs exp
Delhi
this could be onychomycosis ( fungal infection )
Next Steps
get the nail clippings tested for fungus by undergoing KOH test
Health Tips
if its fungus , local hygiene is important and avoid tight shoes and getting oral antifungals with local ones are must
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