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Possible infection on my thumb

2018-07-21 23:16:10
Possible infection on my thumb i cut it a couple of days ago, but unsure if its infected or not
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You are suffering from paronychia..Nail bed infection.. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affected area, for accurate diagnosis and treatment.

Answered2018-07-22 03:11:29

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