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I have a ingrown finger nail which is causing some pain to my finger tip but i started seeing a red line going from my wrist to my elbow, it hurts whe?

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Lymphangitis: It sounds like you have lymphangitis or tracking from your infected finger. Please see a doctor today to get some antibiotics

Answered 10/18/2017

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Infection: Tracking red line indicates spread of infection , please consult a doctor or go to Emergency department .

Answered 10/18/2017

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Seek medical: attention asap. Sign of possible infection spreading up the arm.

Answered 11/28/2017

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