Ingrown Toenail:
A small nail causing a big pain |
Melissa C. Verde DPM and Mehul J. Shah DPM
Larkin Community Hospital
Miami, Florida |
Other Nail Problems
Much like the eyes are the windows to the soul (how cliché), your toenails can be the windows to more serious underlying
disease. Yes, toenails give us insight to our overall health. Lines, brittleness, and discoloration can all indicate
nutritional problems, reactions to medication, or systemic illnesses. These abnormalities may also be associated with a
fungal infection of the nail itself. Alterations in the nail contour can be a normal variation or a result of heart or
lung problems [3]. Pain in the tips of the toes may not be due to the toenails at all, but due to poor blood flow or nerve
conduction. Consult your podiatrist for the best treatment course for your condition.
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