A member asked:

I have pus under my thumb nail. tip of the thumb is numb/sore?

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Drain it: a subungual abscess is an unusual phenomenon. In many instances, the nail must be removed. one can use a heated piercing device to drain it occasionally. but the drainage should be cultured and an x-ray should be taken to check the bone and underlying soft tissue. Consult a hand physician

Answered 12/17/2020

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