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Thumb pain and reddish

2021-08-23 14:14:36
My thumb is actually getting red and its painful...I don't know what's the actual issue ... some time back a doctor gave 3 days medicine it got fine then with a megaheal tube he provided it was fine but suddenly yesterday it again started and swelled and its very painful. I am not able to get what to do which type of doctor to consult and what type of treatment it would be...
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Don't worry...you are suffering from bacterial infection causing this pus collection and redness... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription

Answered2021-08-23 15:14:35

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This could b a ingrowing toe nail or a condition called Paronychia. It is characterized with swelling and pain of the surrounding nail tissue. Finding our the underlying  will help give u long term relief. Consult a Dermatologist for the same to prevent further recurrences.

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