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What is paronychia?
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Infection: Of the cuticle surrounding the nail. Usually needs antibiotic, warm water soaks, and sometimes lancing.
Answered 3/30/2014
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Infection: You may have missed some nail in the corner which may be causing an infection. If you have redness and drainage, see a professional as you may need to have the ingrown nail border removed and you may need antibiotics.
Answered 3/30/2014
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Paronychia: Paronychia is an infection of the skin just next to a nail (the nail fold). The infected nail fold looks swollen, inflamed and may be tender.
Answered 12/16/2016
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