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White patches on nails
I am having white patches on my big toe nails .
Left toe nail from 1 yr
Right toe nail from 15 days
Even if I cut the nail..it grows in the same way
The left nail sometimes have white powdery susbtance underneath it
What should I do for them to go?
Thankyou doctor
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This is onychomycosis which is fungal infection of nails. It is treated with oral and topical antifungal medicines.
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consult a dermatologist for detail prescription.
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Don't worry...you are suffering from nail fungus causing this problem... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription
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Dr. Vivek Muthukumarasamy
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7 yrs exp
Coimbatore
Looks like onychomycosis...can be treated with medications... kindly consult online for proper assessment and treatment
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