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I have a small light green blister like growth right next to my fingernail on my index finger. the skin around the nail is swollen and sore.
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Paronychia: Sounds like an infection of the cuticle called paronychia. The color suggests pseudomonnas infection...See your doctor for evaluation and treatment asap.
Answered 7/6/2020
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Paronychia: This common problem can be very painful. It is best handled by a physician who can drain the pus and put you on antibiotics.
Answered 4/14/2020
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