Wardle Skyline race two weeks ago did for my left big toenail; it's still partly attached (firmly enough that it isn't flapping around). I saw my GP today who referred me to the podiatry clinic (mainly because she was appalled at the fungal infection and thickening of the other toenails). Meanwhile, the big toenail looks likely to come off in a week or two, so my question is: how best to protect the raw skin underneath, after it comes off? The GP suggested I could go to the pharmacist and get some pads to protect it; any more specific suggestions?

I went for a 3-mile run last Saturday (first run since Wardle), and it got somewhat painful during the last mile (which was mostly gentle downhill). The GP reckons I should lay off running for a few weeks more, and wasn't particularly pleased when I said I can go cycling instead. Do any of you have experience of running with loose/lost toenails?