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Swelling in thumbnail
Hi,
Few days a layer of back beat root got stuck in the skin and nail. Now it is swelling and paining a lot and skin has tightened. Is this a symptom of pus in thumbnail? and what should I do to get rid of it? Is there any medicine which I can use for it?
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It's causing paronychia....Do direct private online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos.
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Dr. Gaurav Bhardwaj
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If there is pain and swelling the chances are that your nail is infected. Pus may or may not be present.
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Visit a dermatologist for the correct medicine
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Stop housework and for future start using protective gloves when you do household work.
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