Lytic Toenail (Broken/ Lifted/ Split/ Loose Toenail)
Updated: Aug 27, 2019

Cause: Chronic irritation of the nail from rubbing in shoes or previous trauma to the nail.
Appearance: Toenail loose and detached from the nail bed skin.
Treatment: Immediate removal of loose nail followed by antibiotic ointment and bandage.
Long-term prognosis: Nail can become thickened if the nail root is involved, otherwise good.
Who to call: Podiatrist.
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