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Have acute infection of fourth finger on r hand @ base of cuticle x2 weeks -- now infection has spread down finger below 1st knuckle; yesterday started on doxycycline hyclate 100mgx2/day @ mupirocin 2% ointment & advised to seek plastic surgeon. not co

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Agree with recommend: I would see a plastic surgeon or hand surgeon. Thus may require drainage.

Answered 10/2/2012

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Go to the ER: and be checked out. the nail may have to be removed for drainage. also may need IV ax's.

Answered 5/12/2016

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