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Pus in leg thumb
There is pus in my leg thumb.
Few days ago my nail grew very deep in skin.
I removed that with nail cutter.
After that my thumb started swelling and pus is formed.
Please help
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It's bacterial infection causing pus...Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription
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This is ingrown toenail. It needs to be surgically treated.
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Dr. Prarthana Ramavana
Dermatologist
9 yrs exp
Bangalore
You have an ingrown toenail which injured the surrounding tissue and caused infection. You need antibiotics and then surgical treatment.
This will keep repeating due to the shape of your nail and you have to take specific measures to care for the toes so that it won't be painful.
Surgical procedure is a more permanent solution for this condition. You can consult me online for more details.
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