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How Can A Painful Broken Toe Nail Be Treated?

Hi, my partner has kicked his toe to the extent that the toenail is hanging on by a thread. It’s been 5 days and the nail is completely white but not showing signs of infection. It is being wrapped and cleaned a couple of times a day but is very painful for him. Should he see a GP or can you recommend anything else? Thanks
Mon, 11 Jun 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

A white toe nail after trauma rules out possibility of bleeding or hematoma. However, you need to see the doctor for clinical assessment. There could be injury to soft tissue.

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Dr. Shailja Puri
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How Can A Painful Broken Toe Nail Be Treated?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. A white toe nail after trauma rules out possibility of bleeding or hematoma. However, you need to see the doctor for clinical assessment. There could be injury to soft tissue. Regards, Dr. Shailja Puri