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Toenail removal sounds painful even to read about it! Did your doctor advise against walking on that, and if so, how did you accomplish that? I am curious why the toenail has to stop growing? Perhaps your doctor might suggest a numbing ointment to be used on your cuticle, or aloe vera cream? What has your medical team suggested so far?

I will be interested to hear what happens next. Please come back and let me know.
Ginger