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Swelling with pus near finger nail

2017-02-21 20:21:17
I might have cut a little more while cutting my finger nail. Now its swelled and paining adn pus has formed
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please upload the pictures of affected area for accurate diagnosis and treatment.

Answered2017-02-22 05:28:15

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Hello, Yes this sounds like an infection of the nail fold. You will need an antibiotics course. More over, you will need to consult a doctor online/in person for the same.
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Do not try to self medicate. Do not delay treatment. Get in touch with a Doctor as soon as possible.

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