Fingernail normal?

[deanhp]

Hi guys,

I am hoping someone can help. Two months ago I trapped my finger stupidly in the door (where the hinges are) and today the nail finally fell off. I have added a photo as I am not sure if everything is ok. I guess what is the nail is growing back but its like a half inch bump in the middle of the nail, Could anyone recommend if I should leave nature take it's course, or should I see a doctor?

Thanks,
Dean

[deanhp]

Thanks so much for the advice, that is exactly what i was hoping to hear!, i will leave it well alone and take care of it when I am outside to make sure its clean and doesn't get infected.

[jefelex]

just leave it alone - it will grow back just like it did before (I've had this happen to me more than once) Any serious crunching to the nail on your finger will cause this to happen - the bruising underneath the nail is what causes it to fall off, and the bump in the middle of where the nail used to be is actually the new fingernail growing back.  Takes about 4-5 months to completely regrow back to normal