I bent back my big toenail, and it turned white where it bent back to. should i cut it back to that point?

Question

I bent back my big toenail, and it turned white where it bent back to. should i cut it back to that point?

Answer 1

no i did that once, it doesnt make a difference!

Answer 2

No, it kinda like bending a placstic spoon

Answer 3

corn.

Answer 4

haha sure.

Answer 5

only if it has grown out to there. if the white part is still on the skin (nail bed) you shouldnt!! because you could get an infection.  

Answer 6

No. Let it grow out then cut it. You will be in pain if you cut it below the quick. YEEOUCH!!

Answer 7

umm... no.

Answer 8

NO!  Cut back to the edge of your toe so it will be less likely to catch on something (again).  Then if it is lifted you can either put a big bandaid or adhesive medical tape (preferable) around your nail and toe to keep it in place and help it to stay put.  As the nail grows out keep it well trimmed.  Try not to trim so close in that you go above where you toenail comes out from the side of your nailbed.  That causes ingrown toenails.

Try to wear a closed toe shoe to protect it.  If you can't and you don't feel weird doing it, wear socks and sandals.  If all else fails, just sandals.

Keep the sides of your nail bed cleared of skin that tries to creep in to where the nail used to be by scraping away dead skin (you can use your finger nail) after you have been in the shower for a while (the skin softens).  I know that sounds gross, but it will keep the nail from growing into that skin later.

Answer 9

don't do anything it will bleed and hurt... if you do... may God be with you........ ya.. so don't do anything to it. let it do by nature

Answer 10

Dear Lord no!

A few years ago, I REALLY smashed my toe nail.  It turned black.  It came loose except for where it connected at the cuticle.  So I cut it off at that point.  My nail finally grew back but it took a long time to heal and it's twice as thick...

If there's no swelling, just leave it be.  If there is obviously blood under the nail and it is painful you could drain it to relieve the pressure.  That can be dangerous.  If bacteria gets in and an infection starts you could be in for a real mess.  Best bet is to let your body reabsorb the fluid and heal on its own.  Kinda like a blister.  Never pop one if you can avoid it.  As long as it's sealed, its sterile.

Answer 11

if u do u will bleed

Answer 12

no just leave it and it will grow back to normal

Answer 13

I would !

Answer 14

Just leave it.