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I got a splinter under my fingernail from a thorn i could never get out. i have tough dry skin forming there now under nail and at end of finger? fix?

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Dr. John Munshower answered

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See dr.: Foreign bodies should be removed when able, as they can lead to infection. Irritation, inflammation, and pain. See a dr. To have the area examined and treated. Best wishes.

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

I got a splinter under my fingernail from a thorn i could never get out. i have tough dry skin forming there now under nail and at end of finger? fix?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Munshower answered

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