QuestionHi! My pinky toenail on one foot has always grown in split. It never really caused me problems, but about 4 weeks ago I caught it on my bed sheets and ripped it all the way down (split vertically to the nail bed). I tried to just cut it short and let it grow back but now it catches easily on the sheets and causes a lot of pain. It has bled off and on when I catch it. I don't know what to do because it's causing a lot of pain with shoes (fortunately, it's sandal and flip flop season!). What can I do? Or should I make an appointment to see a podiatrist? Thanks for your help.
AnswerI would see a podiatrist. In some cases when the toenail splits you can have the nail removed and see if it grows more normally. If not you can consider permanent nail removal.
Sincerely,
Marc Katz, DPM
Tampa, FL
Advanced Podiatry
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