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Black toenails

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user1468655141 · 15/05/2026 22:14

would anyone know why Both my big toenails have darkened , there's been no injury . Ive tried fungal creams but won't go away. Has anyone else had this please?

Black toenails
Black toenails
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2Rebecca · 15/05/2026 22:15

Probably trauma

user1468655141 · 15/05/2026 22:16

My toenails on both big toes have darkened , no injury and despite using anti fungal creams they wnt improve. Anyone had this? Thanks

Black toenails
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BurnoutBee · 15/05/2026 22:30

Following as sons look like this and no idea why.

Steelworks · 15/05/2026 22:31

Have you spoken to a podiatrist or chiropodist?

thistimelastweek · 15/05/2026 22:32

Get thee to a podiatrist

Watercooler · 15/05/2026 22:33

I think it can be a sign of autoimmune issues. Any issues with fingernails?

tryandbepositive · 15/05/2026 22:33

When I’ve had this is due to the toe box in trainers or shoes being too narrow hence trauma to the big nail.

Tipu87 · 15/05/2026 22:34

I tried using vapor rub on mine after the anti fungal stuff didn't do anything and surprisingly it worked!

thekindoflovewemake · 15/05/2026 22:35

Have you had a new pair of shoes/boots in the last few months?

You say no injury but sometimes if your shoes are a bit ill fitting they can press on your toes when you walk and cause bruising to the nail bed.

HateThese4Leggedbeasts · 15/05/2026 22:36

Ask your gp to test for fungal infection and you can get the stronger oral medication if it comes back positive.

TheDenimPoet · 15/05/2026 22:41

Mine look like this when I wear my dress shoes on parade (I'm in a marching band).

GuelderRoses · 15/05/2026 22:47

TheDenimPoet · 15/05/2026 22:41

Mine look like this when I wear my dress shoes on parade (I'm in a marching band).

Well I never. The things other Mumsnetters get up to will never cease to surprise and delight me.🙂

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