Nail Problems and Injuries
When To See a Doctor
You have answered Yes to:
Are you unable to remove an object from under your nail?
See significance of inability to remove an object under a nail if you need information to help you answer the questions below.
Review health risks that may increase the seriousness of your symptoms.
Call your health professional today if you answer "Yes" to any of the following questions.
Yes Are you unable to remove an object from under your nail?
Note: You may be unable to remove an object because:
- Of the location and depth of the wound.
- Of uncertainty about the depth of the wound.
- Removing the object will cause severe pain.
Yes Do you think an object is still under your nail and you are unable to remove it?
If you have answered "No" to the above questions, go back to Check Your Symptoms and continue to answer the questions to evaluate your symptoms.
| Author: | Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA | Last Updated: January 12, 2007 |
| Medical Review: | Martin Gabica, MD - Family Medicine William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine H. Michael O'Connor, MD - Emergency Medicine | |
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