A member asked:

My 3 yr old son has an infection on his toe. it was doing well for 2 days as we lanced it today it looks wise. should we see a doc or not?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

If it is near the: Nail, there could be ingrown nail there. That would not be effected by lancing it. Consider seeing a podiatrist. Sometimes it is safest to have a medical professional provide surgical interventions. Home bath room surgeries carry a risk. Take care.

Answered 1/5/2019

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