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Infected fingernail/paronychia, what to do?
4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Antibiotics: Initial care is primarily antibiotics, however the infection may not respond and this requires removal of the nail, or marsupilization of the epinychium both surgical procedures.
Answered 4/9/2015
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Likely needs I;D: Start betadine soaks. Pcp maybe able to drain pus under local anesthetic and start you on antibiotics or you may need urgent referral to er or hand surgeon.
Answered 3/30/2014
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Have it evaluated.: Ingrown toenails can be temporarily remedied through soaking your foot in warm water, removal of embedded debris from the nail borders, and applying an antibiotic ointment to temporarily soften the corners. If you have continued pain, redness or drainage, get it looked at by a professional as you may need to have the ingrown nail border removed and you may need antibiotics.
Answered 3/30/2014
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