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What can I do about my painful fingernails?

Dr Karthiyayini Mahadevan |1145 Answers |Ask -Follow

General Physician - Answered on Jul 22, 2024

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Question by Matta on Jul 18, 2024Hindi

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I am of 73 y, Non diabetes every month we check up, our left hand finger Nails are damaged, painful, please advise any prescription

Ans: Please show it to a dermatologist

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Hi, I have pain in my right toe finger and right index finger as well. Not sure what may be the cause or what is the consultation or treatment required? Any suggestions please.

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