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I have inflammation in my right thumb near where the nail meets the skin. what could it be? what is there to do about it? thank you!

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Dr. Arnold Beresh answered

See below: It sounds like you have an ingrwon nail or hang nail. Clip the nail back and use a cuticle stick to push the nail away from the skin. Use antiseptic and a bandaid on it.

Answered 10/4/2016

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A member asked:

I have inflammation in my right thumb near where the nail meets the skin. what could it be? what is there to do about it? thank you!

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Arnold Beresh answered

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