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Dark purple nails after door injury
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My son’s middle and ring fingers got caught in a door about 5 days ago. Since then, both his fingernails have turned dark purple. There is mild swelling and pain when pressed, but no bleeding. He can move his fingers normally. Please advise if this still needs any treatment or if it will heal on its? Is there anything serious?
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Keep the fingers clean and dry. Don't press them frequently to test pain etc.
Nails will change in about 6-8 wks.
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Wait for 1 more week
It will heal itself
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Dr. Talari Saikumar
Orthopedist
6 yrs exp
Chandigarh
It’s clinically looking like Raynaud’s Phenomenon
Fingers turn white and numb in cold, then blue, then become red and painful when warmed.
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Take rheumatology Doctor opinion
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Dr. Pratik Kumar
Orthopedic surgeon
12 yrs exp
Gorakhpur
Consult dermatologist for nail discoloration and management
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