Hi everyone,

I noticed what I thought was a bruise on my toe 2 months ago. It's not moved up the nail or changed colour like I might expect from a bruise so I went to the doctor and have been referred on the 2 week pathway. I honestly expected the doctor to say it was fungal or something and I am terrified. 

I have googled and it honestly doesn't look like fungus or a bruise at this point. It's purplish red and not evenly coloured, my toenail is thickening above it (towards the end of my toe) and no longer looks clear. I have never so badly hoped to have a fungal infection but I just feel like im going to get the worst news when I get my appointment through  

I have a young family and I am so scared and anxious. 

I'm not sure what I'm after to be honest, just maybe reassurance or someone with experience of this. 
 

Thank you x