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My 19 month old daughter is constantly biting her nails or having her fingers in her mouth. im not sure if its because of this, but it looks as if she has a fungus on her right middle finger. what can i use for that nail?

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

Usually bacteria: In decades as a pediatrician I never had one of these turn out to be a fungus.They are usually simple skin or mouth germs. Treating them repeatedly with hydrogen peroxide will usually help it heal. If not the doc may need to prescribe something.

Answered 3/22/2022

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A member asked:

My 19 month old daughter is constantly biting her nails or having her fingers in her mouth. im not sure if its because of this, but it looks as if she has a fungus on her right middle finger. what can i use for that nail?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Ferguson answered

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