My toenails no longer grow on my left foot, anybody know why?
111698
*circulation problem\n*fungus among us\n*slight scoliosis, back problems, or one leg longer than the other, causing a different amount of pressure on both feet while walking.\n*see a dr. if your concerned
412317
I have never heard of that. Maybe you should ask a podiatrist or endocrinologist about that. It seems weird to me.
185024
Once the nail is removed, a new one usually grows back. But, it could take up to one year for a toenail to completely grow back.\n\nMy daughter injured her toe and the nail lifted off the bed and was only connected at the bottom of the nail to her toe.  The doctor cleaned it up and wrapped it, but did not remove the nail.  Eventually, the nail came off completely, without medical assistance.  The only pain she endured is while the nail was still attached...and the nail pulled on the skin.  The only scabbing occurred at the site of initial injury when the skin was torn toward the top of her toe.  By the time the nail came off, the scab was there and she no longer needed a bandage.  Her nail grew back aproximately 6-8 months later.  It's very ridgey/bumpy, but it's a full nail.  During that time her nailbed did not harden.  After the injury healed, but before the nail grew back, it wasn't gross to look at -- in fact, you really didn't notice when she was barefooted...the skin of the nail bed was the same color as the rest of her toe.\n\nGood luck!
137489
Fingernails are replaced in about 4-6 months as they grow outward at a rate of about 0.1 mm per day. Toenails grow more slowly and are replaced every 8-12 months. Growth rates vary with age, season and nutrition. Local and systemic disease can produce changes in nail growth and appearance.
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About 80 percent of the black toe problems are best treated by ignoring them. The damaged part of the nail is gradually pushed out, and the foot slowly returns to normal. If at any point you see the redness associated with infection, see a doctor. \nRN..over 20 years
233594
I had the same problem.  Try Orly nail Defense.  It strengthnes your nail.  Believe me, I tried everything but this one really works.  It might take 2-4 weeks to see result.
261646
I had exactly the same problem.  I used vitamins, lotions and everything to try make them look better, but nothing worked.  The only thing that worked for me was time, keep your nails short for a while, as it grows then cut them helps make them stronger and eventually the thin nail will grow out.  Ever since then I refuse to wear false nails of any sort, I learnt my lesson the hard way.
276004
Can't offer any advice,only solidarity! My right thumbnail is similarly affected, has been for about 10 years (I'm 43).  I've never damaged it or cut it funny, but there's a definate groove running top to bottom, and the nail notches in slightly at the top.  There's also a faint line 5mm long - looks like a crack but isn't.\nDo you think there is a special Society we can join? ;-)
959316
You're clipping your fingernails and toenails.\nThey're only going to grow back,\nAnd you'll have to get rid of them again.
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Onychomycosis is a fungal infection that causes fingernails or toenails to thicken, discolor, disfigure, and split. If the problem is caused by a bacterium, the condition is called paronychia.\n\nThe nails of people with onychomycosis are initially a cosmetic concern. Without treatment, however, the nails can become so thick that they press against the inside of the shoes, causing pressure, irritation, and pain.
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If it looks like you have black splinters under the nail it is a fungus infection. Try over the counter topical drops but it is hard to cure.\n\nIf it is a dent in the nail or a black blister underneath the nail than the nail got hit and will eventually grow out OK.
340310
I'm not a diabetic, but i know about ankle pain. 2 yrs ago I ws in acar accident and broke my heel and taylor joint (that's under the ankle joint). Also the ligaments, tendons , nerves, and blood vessels were damaged. My toenails didn't grow for 8 months! On the upside of that my pedicure really lasted! Ha! The swelling was horrendous! From my knee down to my toes was the same size. I was in a cast for 6 weeks and wore an equalizer boot to my knee for a year. The swelling went down about 6 months after I got out of the boot. I still have lots of pain and suffering, and my doctor and i are contemplating joint fusion. The sound of that is scary to me, like will I be left with a limp for life. (I already limp but I keep hoping it will gradually go away). You're not alone and now I know I'm not either!
974199
You need to go see about it to see if it is a fungus, dermatitis or other infection. There are many other conditions that affect nails, some due to metobalic problems. Nails are an important gage to the overall health.
1052363
go to your doctor? it doesnt matter really they will cover just about anything your doctor perscribes for medical conditions, infected toenails fall in there, you may not get lamisil , maybe a generic version or a different product for the same thing
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Usually it is where you've banged the cuticle while the nail was forming - like a bruise. You can tell if this is what it is because they will grow off with the nail.\n\nIf they sit in the same spot for several weeks and don't move as the nail grows, then you need to see a doctor to make sure you haven't contracted an under-the-nail fungus infection.
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if  your thinking based on the evolution theory then toenails were most likely claws.  I dont think they serve a mission right now and they are apperently retracting and sofening as they are no longer used for griping and digging the ground. Without a specific use they most likely will dissappear in time to come
1005196
Sorry I'm not a doc but I had an ingrown toenail when I was pregnant. I couldn't reach my toe very well and it was too sore to let anyone else touch. When I asked a doctor about it she was going to charge $80 to trim it (no way) but she gave me tips on how to trim it so that the nail would grow out (didn't work). Finally, after about 6 months of messing around with it the offending spur of nail got soft (yes it was infected) and came off. So, unless you have an angry red area that is shooting up your toe (serious infection) you probably are not at risk for gangrene. Yes I am a tightwad, and stubborn, and I should have gotten it taken care of sooner. But I lived though the whole thing and I still have my toe (which is starting to get sore again).