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I bite my finger nails and i just saw that near my cuticle it is green and ther is puss under my skin. i also can't feel my finge my nail is red and green its swollen and i can't feel it

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Dr. Joy Jackson answered

It : It sounds like you are dealing with an infectious process. You will need to see a doctor right away for this. You might need the areacleaned, incised and drained, and will also need antibiotics. Good luck.

Answered 2/24/2018

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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It sounds: like a nasty infection that needs medical assessment.

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A member asked:

I bite my finger nails and i just saw that near my cuticle it is green and ther is puss under my skin. i also can't feel my finge my nail is red and green its swollen and i can't feel it

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Joy Jackson answered

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Zimon and 2 doctors agreed

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