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How Can An Injured Toe Nail Be Treated?
i caught 1 of my toe nails under a door torn the nail off it was bleeding profusely i wrapped it up good i opened it hours later still bleeding wrapped it good again is a gel protector better than the band aids, also can i go in the ocean water or pool with this should i see a dr. thank you
Tue, 27 Jun 2017
Hi better avoid water on the wound and keep it dressed with an antibiotic cream till it heals. If it hurts, show a doctor. regards
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