Toenail raised

Posted 5 years ago, 4 users are following.

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On my left big toe, I had a new toenail growing under an old one. I kept trimming the nail back until it was barely even there. Earlier, I was filing the nail, and the top layer peeled right off. Now, the new nail is sitting on top of thick nail, and it's raised. Why is it like that and what do I do about it? I've inserted an image of the toenail from 2 months ago and images of it now.

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emma0102 Guest

Posted 5 years ago

There are many reasons for your peeling nails, such as nail trauma/damage or nail that is exposed to water for a long period of time. A vitamin deficiency, typically an iron deficiency can also cause peeling.
delaney24440 Guest

Posted 5 years ago

How did you add photos?

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