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My finger to the right of my middle finger is very swollen on the right area near the finger nail. it does not appear to have any external cuts?
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? Infection: It could be infection which may resolve spontaneously. Check with your doctor if not better.
Answered 10/7/2013
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Paronychia: Inflammation (and redness) around the edge of a nail is called paronychia and is usually due to an infection. Sometimes pus develops under the skin and if drained by your doctor will make it feel better and speed healing along with an antibiotic.
Answered 9/20/2013
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