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2020-09-28 14:14:06
Hello dr, Right leg thumb is paini left side nrar nail and its turns red,some pus is removed by press but having pain.cleaned by dettol and applied surfaz dusting powder.suggest if it is ok and shouls continue or ahould other powder or ointment should use. Thanks
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This might be paronychia . So u have to consult a doctor for this , sometimes even surgery is needed . Just applying ointment or powder will not help .

Answered2020-10-03 10:25:01

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You should take a general surgery consultation /dermatologist opinion for this . Dont neglect this .

Answered2020-09-29 08:15:58

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Require surgeon consult , or please Dont proceed at home as may cause sepsis if not attended to properly

Answered2020-09-29 04:08:08

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You got abscess in left thumb
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Need to drain and put antibiotics
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Approach me

Answered2020-09-29 03:55:40

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Firstly take a Tetanus injection!!! Clean the wound and apply neomycin ointment !!! If any fever or any sign of infection consult
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Tetanus shot
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Clean the wound daily !!!

Answered2020-09-29 03:52:07

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Need to see condition of toe. Please consult a doctor.
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Hot compression and oral antibiotics. Topical antibiotics dont help much.
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Proper footwear and cutting of nails

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You may need proper wound care, so it's better you consult the doctor in-person don't delay
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don't self treat

Answered2020-09-29 11:29:06

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You can continue cleaning and dressing but sulfaz powder may not be enough. Since there was pus in the red area there is presence of infection. I will suggest using mupirocin ointment. Better to take an online consultation so that we can see the area infected and give proper suggestion and may be an antibiotic to take by mouth. Thanks

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