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Is a hangnail considered a open wound?
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Only if red: If it's red and inflamed, yes
Answered 6/6/2017
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Technically yes.: Technically yes. A hangnail is an ingrown toenail and can be considered a partial thickness wound. You should see your podiatrist to get this taken care of.
Answered 2/9/2016
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