Re: How to treat a lost toenail?

You should keep it covered and protected with a topical antibiotic such as Neosporin ( as long as you are not allergic) and a bandaid. A new nail will start growing soon but it will take months to grow out. This is usually all that is necessary

Posted By Vivian Abrams DPM on April 20, 2004 at 23:39:41:

In Reply to: How to treat a lost toenail? posted by M. Baker on April 20, 2004 at 10:47:58:

Dr. Vivian Abrams, DPM
Podiatrist
Malleoloc for lateral ankle instability. Designed to prevent inversion and eversion. Malleoloc does not restrict plantar and dorsiflexion. Excellent for sports use.

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