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Will an infected hangnail go away on its own?
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Maybe: You can treat this by dipping the infected finger in a cup of very hot water for several minutes, and do this 6 or so times per day. This will usually clear this up but if it lasts more than 2 days, or seems to be spreading up the finger, then see your family doctor for treatment.
Answered 9/7/2017
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