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Hard toenail remedies Intense physical damage to the nail can cause it to start thickening until the entire damaged portion has grown out. However as you mentioned that you have had this problem for over two years, I suggest that you visit a podiatrist or a chiropodist immediately.
In addition to sustaining an injury, it is possible that your toenail might have become infected. Fungal infection is the most common cause of nail thickening and it is generally accompanied by pain or a slight yellow discolouration.
The podiatrist will be able to determine the cause of the thickening and will also be able to thin down your nail. This procedure is completely painless and will enable various pharmaceutical nail paints and topical creams to be easily absorbed by your toe. In case of an infection, the doctor may also prescribe antifungal tablets.
In the mean time, if you are experiencing any pain or discomfort, you could try soaking your feel in a basin of warm water to which a pinch of Epsom salts has been added. If you are experiencing any difficulty cutting your toenail, you could use a Toenail Softening Solution as it will make it easier to cut through the nail without causing you any discomfort.
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