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My Toes Split Open on the Bottom After Swimming

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Rose Erickson

Splitting skin on the bottom of your toes after swimming can be bothersome, especially if it is painful. It can be caused by many factors, infections and conditions, some that require the attention of a doctor.