Podiatrist - Portland
15 Sewall St
Portland, Maine 04102
207-774-0028
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The Pressure Is On
Black toenails are generally the result of blood accumulating underneath the toenail where a bruise or a blister has developed. The amount of blood may cause the toenail to lift up, and draining may be necessary to relieve pressure. Walkers and runners can get a black toenail when there is an injury to the toenail bed. This can result from shoes that allow the foot to slip forward in the shoe, causing the toes to hit the toebox. It is important to understand that a black toenail could also be due to the development of melanoma, a type of skin cancer, under the nail. Should you experience toenail blackness that does not improve, have it evaluated by your podiatrist.
Hint: The best way to prevent getting a black toenail is to wear shoes that don'tgive too much or too little room.
There are many problems that can aff ect toenails, including black nails, ingrown nails, fungal nails, and thickened nails,and a professional diagnosis is imperative in order to begin the correcttreatment plan. A complete evaluation awaits you at our office no matter what your foot concerns. We'll also tell you ways to prevent future nail problems from occurring. For an appointment at 15 Sewall Street, Portland, please call 207-774-0028.