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My fingernails is swollen due to a gel or acrylic nail that was broken. i went to my manicurist and he put a glue on it and thats when it started to be painful and swelling. what should i do?
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MIght be a: Fungus or bacteria infection, so it is best to show it to a doctor.
Answered 2/1/2014
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