Jessica Walker30 said:Why don't you just go see a dermatologist and get a professional opinion? I agree that the nail should have started growing back by now, which makes me think you might have actually damaged the root. What exactly happened?
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First it was an ingrown nail, then fungus, then the whole thing just started thickening up. Eventually, I reached my breaking point and just started ripping at it myself because I was honestly done with the endless cycle of creams, lasers, and treatments. I’m planning to head back to the surgeon who handled the initial issue to get a second look, and then follow up with a dermatologist. My esthetician really spooked me, though—she basically told me there’s nothing anyone can do at this stage and that I'm out of options. Meanwhile, the surgeon mentioned that if the nail keeps growing back deformed, he might have to remove the root entirely. If that happens, I'd have to see a plastic surgeon to get a prosthetic nail installed just so I could finally be done with this mess. I’m feeling pretty lost on what the next move should be. Sorry for the long vent. And thanks for getting back to me.
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