A member asked:

Index finger has had a swole/itchy/painful nail bed for +/-6mo. 2mo ago doc gave me bactrium rx,but hasnt cleared up,now my pinky is the same way.help?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Painful nail beds: You may have the early onset of psoriasis/arthritis. See a dermatologist for a definitive diagnosis

Answered 11/18/2014

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Dr. Leila Hashemi answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Evaluation: Hi, you need an evaluation to make sure infection is superficial and doesn't need drainage. what kind of job do you have? are you in contact with salt water, fresh water, cleaning pool or hot tubs? Surfing? gardening?

Answered 11/16/2014

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