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I pulled a hangnail a few days ago and now my pinky is throbbing. i can't get infection out either. my finger is red and very swollen.
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Nail infection: Most nail related infections will cure on their own, but if the redness pain and swelling involves more than just the borders of the nail you should see your doc for antibiotics.
Answered 3/22/2020
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