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pulled a hanging nail off

About 4 days ago, I pulled off a hanging nail from my big toe on the left foot and some of the nail from the right side and it came off all the way to the bottom and some of the right side of the nail is gone. It hurts so bad when I walk. The skin where the nail used to be is red, the side of my toe is swollen and it looks purple and there is puss coming out. Should I squeeze it to take out all the puss out? Should I go to the doctor or just wait for the nail to grow back in?


1 Comment found

    Vivian Abrams DPM

    9 10

    I think it is best to see a podiatrist ASAP. Until then soak your toe in warm water with a little salt. Cover it lightly with telfa and a topical antibiotic all the time.

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