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What Causes Black Discoloration Of The Toenails?

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Posted on Tue, 27 Jun 2023
Question: foot nails damaged , skin near nail turned into black . Please diagnosis .tell me medicines
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (14 minutes later)
Brief Answer:

Onychomycosis of toenail

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

You seem to have a fungal infection of toenail - Onychomycosis. I suggest you take an oral antifungal e.g tab Terbinafine 250mg once a day for 12 weeks. It is a prescription medication

Hope I have answered your query.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Kakkar S., Dermatologist
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What Causes Black Discoloration Of The Toenails?

Brief Answer: Onychomycosis of toenail Detailed Answer: Hello, You seem to have a fungal infection of toenail - Onychomycosis. I suggest you take an oral antifungal e.g tab Terbinafine 250mg once a day for 12 weeks. It is a prescription medication Hope I have answered your query. Take care Regards, Dr Kakkar S., Dermatologist