Most of the time: One does not even need antibiotics, as when the offending nail is removed the infection drains and goes away. Sometimes to help clear up the infection a course of antibiotics is given. Every so often that antibiotic may need to be changed. It is highly unusual to get a third dose and likely the nail surgery needs to be re examined or repeated for a left over nail.
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