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Bruised toenail
I got a bruise on both my big toenails from wearing flats that were a bit too tight. It's been more than a month since I gotten the bruise. It hasn't hurt since then and it's not causing me any discomfort. Should I go to my doctor or wait it out? Also, how long does it take for the bruised toenail to grow out?
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I'm sorry to say it, but if you've damaged the nail itself (not just the flesh beneath the nail) it will be about 6 months for it to grow out completely.
Your toenail may or may not fall off, or some of it may, but not all. It's okay. It's really sensitive for a day or two, but there is nothing to be afraid of.
I destroyed the big toe nail on my right foot in almost the exact same way five months ago. After a month or so, most of it fell off. Now the last bruise bit is right at the top and will be gone in a few more weeks. My understanding is that is about a standard time frame.
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Ow, sounds painful! :( Usually when you get a bruised toenail it falls off by itself while the new toenail grows in. When i got a bruised big toenail, it took a few months to fully come off, and then a few more months to fully grow back.
Good luck, and make sure to wear bandaids when you wear flats that are uncomfortable!
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