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Wound below nail

2025-04-21 13:46:07
While opening a parcel, a stapler pin went under my right hand index finger nail and caused a wound, its been a week its paining. Please can you advise treatment or medication?
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The wound appears infected. Start antibiotics and pain killers.
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Answered2025-04-23 04:29:45

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Start antibiotics and analgesics for one week If doesnot improve consult nearby general surgeon

Answered2025-04-22 06:28:27

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It looks infected and looks like a part might be stuck, visit a general surgeon

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Hello, The wound has developed into an abscess. It's better to start antibiotics and pain killers. If evolves further it should be drained.
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