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A member asked:
How long does the tenderness of paronychia last? i had this issue at the bottom corner of my toenail about 2 weeks ago. i treated it with daily salt water soaks and mupirocin. the swelling, pus, and pain has subsided, but tenderness is still there?
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Paronychia: Lingering redness or persistent ingrown toenail are capable of causing ongoing tenderness. A podiatrist can evaluate, advise and treat you best if symptoms or discomfort persist.
Answered 1/27/2021
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