What to do in case of black toenail?
When you find out that you accidentally have black toenail, do you know what to do? In this blog, your expert nail supplier Maryton will tell you what to do in case of black toenail.
If you notice that you have a black nail, the first thing to do is to rule out the hypothesis of melanoma: if this is the case, you will have to consult a doctor without further delay.
Then, it will be necessary to check whether or not it is a hematoma. If it is a hematoma, the spot will rise as the nail grows back and you won’t have to do anything except wait for the nail to grow back.
If it is not a hematoma, your black nail may be caused by a fungus: in this case, you will simply have to disinfect the nail by soaking it for a few minutes in a bath of lukewarm water. mixed with an antiseptic.
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Black nail: what not to do
If you have a black toenail caused by a hematoma, it is not advisable to pierce it yourself to drain the blood, as this can cause infection. The infection itself can be the cause of nail detachment or inflammation, and the pain will only be more unbearable!
It will be better to consult a doctor or podiatrist who will take care of it themselves. And again, if the hematoma does not cause pain, you will not need to pierce the nail, you will just have to wait for the nail to grow back.
We hope you liked this article and that it will inspire you for future. In addition to these, I advise you to invest in a complete pedicure kit! To help you in your choice, I invite you to visit our website.
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