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Pus coming from nail bed

2020-09-19 05:30:46
My son nail came between door while he was playing. After 3 to 4 days while cutting nails pus came out light yellowish color.i cleaned it with sterilized cotton. What should I do
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Consult with Pediatrician.

Answered2020-09-20 04:01:22

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Consult pediatrician in person or online

Answered2020-09-19 05:56:28

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U can apply Mupirocin ointment to the wound, If there is no tenderness or redness.
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apply Mupirocin ointment.  keep the wound clean.  Avoid getting it wet. 
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If tenderness and pain present at site of wound better to show a pediatrician for cleaning and dressing.

Answered2020-09-19 05:37:41

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U can applyl ointment t bact over the nail bed.if pus discharge continues or child has local swelling, severe pain needs oral antibiotics
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Answered2020-09-19 05:59:13

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Does he have any pain? If he as pain or continue pus discharge, he will require antibiotics
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How old is he and what is his weight?

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