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What can i do for a hangnail infection?

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See below: Soak the nail in warm water with liquid dish washing detergent. Trim back the piece of nail and cover with antiseptic and bandaid. If continues see a doctor for possible antibiotics for the infection.

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Answered 11/6/2012

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