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What Causes Soreness On Big Toe Behind The Cuticle?
hello!! i have a sore big toe..behind the cuticle. it will get better after a few weeks. and look like its gonna heal but then it will get really tender and red and swollen and i can push on it and clear gel looking stuff comes out from behind the cuticle area. and i can see a small slit down in there that just wont heal. ive been trying to heal this for about 6 months now with neosporin and soaking but nothing seems to work. what do u suggest? thanks
Mon, 1 Jun 2015
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I have read your query.
There is possibility of mineral and iron deficiency leading to soreness.
I will advise you clinical examination and blood investigation like CBC sr ferritin,TIBC.
Take fresh fruit and vegetables and salad and juices for early recovery.
I hope I have answered your questions. If you have further questions please feel free to contact us. I will be happy to answer. Take care.
I have read your query.
There is possibility of mineral and iron deficiency leading to soreness.
I will advise you clinical examination and blood investigation like CBC sr ferritin,TIBC.
Take fresh fruit and vegetables and salad and juices for early recovery.
I hope I have answered your questions. If you have further questions please feel free to contact us. I will be happy to answer. Take care.
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