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My wife has been suffering from finger and nail bed infection from last 4 years. We have been to 3 doctors, she has taken medication for infection , treated for psoriasis for last 2 years. She also went to surgeon and took antibiotics, also applying steroid cream. No doctor is able to cure this. She even got blood checked twice and everything is n

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There can be 2 main dds to this 1 as you said nail psoriasis 2 nail fungal infection or onychomycosis It takes time to see the improvement If itz nail psoriasis it will take more time. ...  Read More

Having this problem since 6 months. The nail of my left little finger is black now and detached from the bed . I have taken antibiotics but nothing helped.

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You may need a nail avulsion surgery if it's not improving. Take up a call accordingly, if it's not ok you can cm and meet says dr.Suruchi Puri with a rich experience of 17 years in nail disorders and ...  Read More

I have been suffering from nail bed infection including swelling in hyponychium with severe pain. Please suggest what to do. I am in a big trouble.

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I have been suffering from nail bed infection including swelling in hyponychium with severe pain. Please suggest what to do. I am in a big trouble. How can I post the picture of the affected nail?

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Hello Doctor , we consulted you last time for my mother's nail bed infection. As per the picture attached , she has recovered 70% however still some swelling is there. Should I repeat the medicine or visit the hospital ?. Please guide us next step.Thankyou

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If it is improving then continue medication but best treatment for it is incision and drainage of pus and regular dressing ...  Read More

Hi doctors, i have severe pain in the third toe around the nail area. Very slight redness around the nail. I m not very sure if its a nail bed infection or if i got minor hurt as i dont remember exactly as my kid keeps driving his mini scooter on my foot once in a while. I am worried a bit as i am a diabetic (Hba1c is 6.7). Please suggest if i can

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Yes, applying T bact cream twice a day will be okay until you visit your dermatologist. ...  Read More

Nail bed infection(thumb right hand)- 3 days - paranochia - no puss point. swell portion is becoming hard.Will it drain out or vanish inside.doctor prescribed me following medicine * pantocid dsr cap * clavam 625 mg * diclogesic tab . the very next morning my stomach paining and losemotion 3-4 time.continue medicine?

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Hi Observe if it's related to medicine intake or co incidence.... Follow up with your consultant if severe... ...  Read More

My nails having greenish colour and some brittleness are there. Please let me know how to keep away from this problem? What diet should I use for good result.As the infection worsens, the nail bed may retract, and nails may thicken and crumble.

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Diet will not cure this. Greenish nails may be due to fungal infection which we call onychomycosis. This required treatment otherwise it can spread on your body and also to others as nails can be big ...  Read More

My nail has a infection and it starts paining sometimes, now it';s swelled and there is some gap between the nail and nail bed, Its paining too much and blood i also clotted

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Nail bed infection is called paronychia. Even irritant dermatitis can cause this. Please send photos using online consult option for proper examination and treatment. ...  Read More

Hello , I have been dealing with this problem with my finger nail beds were they are overly swollen and at first I was given antibiotics but it didn't seem to do anything as the swelling is still there and the doctor I have been too do not know what it is . At first I thought it was paronychia however I don't not have any signs of puss and I have t

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It must be irritant contact dermatitis due to detergent. Please send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment advice. ...  Read More

I am experiencing issues with a nail infection and would like your professional guidance on the best course of treatment. I have attached a picture for your reference to help assess the condition. Could you please suggest the most effective medication and any additional care recommendations? Thank you for your time and expertise. Best regards, Raj

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Kindly suggest any medicine for fungal infection I have in index finger of my left hand it was due to gel nail paint

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I am suffering from nail fungal infections from last 9 months I took medicine for 1 month but still it pains causes redness swelling in the toe nail.

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Nail infection take time to resolve You need more treatment. ...  Read More

I have infection beside my nail in leg, pain increasing and swelling even upon used antibiotics as per doctor advise. Nurse removed puss by cut a little on wound area. Can any doctor suggest which specialist should I consult or how to cure this infection? I don't understood how it came and not able to find the solution to reduce the pain.

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You should consult a general surgeon. If there's any need for pus drainage or minor surgical intervention, they will be able to take care of it. ...  Read More

I have been suffering from nail fungus infection for 2 years .I had took medicine for 2 month nailrox liar and foot cure lotion .but some proffesnol problem I could have not take complete course . Can any one suggest me how I can totally cure my nail.

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Need to examine the nails Test can be done to see if the infection is still there Connect directly for further consultation ...  Read More

I have throat infection and fever doctor gave me augmentin 625 antibiotic after taking antibiotic I'm feeling nausea and vomited twice is it due to antibiotic

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Hi doctor Nail of index finger got removed due to an accident. Got 4 stitches on the opposite side of nail they are removed after 12 days. It has been one month now, blood scab is present on the area of nail. Will this scab automatically come out and nail will grow again? I have taken antibiotics and pain relief medicines for 15 days. Using povi

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Wash your finger with water, coconut oil massage. ...  Read More

Both leg toe nails are showing white colours. And nails are broken with appearance of white powder. The infection is getting deeper into the toe nails

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Kindly visit for better evaluation and treatment ...  Read More

Since many years my wife has a fungal infection on nails. If she work in kitchen with water infection increases.

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I was prescribed a 5 day course of antibiotics to treat stomach infection/ stomach ache. On the 4th day I developed a yeast infection. Extreme Itching, might be a bit of swelling, cottage cheese like discharge. It's been two days. I am applying Himalaya's V gel and mupirocin t bact 2% alternatively. The vulva and outer part has stopped itching and

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Hello, Attaching the picture of my nail. There is little bit pain. It is very dry too. Please guide me

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I was unwell and 2 of my nails showed pitting and separating from nail bed some 6 months back along with hair loss. Now no nail pitting got back to normal but hair loss still mild. Do I need to do any immune tests? All my thyroid and sugar levels and harmone tests are normal

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It is common to have hairfall and nail dystrophy after illness. You dont need to do any tests. For hairloss you can add anti hair fall serums. ...  Read More

Facing problem with my thumb finger nail infection.kindly suggest medication in order to get new nail...Thanks in advance

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Don't worry...you are suffering from nail fungus causing this problem... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed ...  Read More

Hello I was cutting nails of my baby with nail cutter, where he got a little bit of tear while clipping nail and blood came out can it cause any infection, I did clean with hot water later on any other thing can I do??

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Neosporin powder can be applied ...  Read More

Got this on the nail past 4-5days. I had first pulled the skin off and then this occurred. There is pain and discomfort inflammation. Pls suggest what is this and what should I take to make it better.

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This is Acute Paronychia. Consult online for proper treatment ...  Read More

I see one of the hand finger nail changing colour and seems like some fungal infection. The nail has thin white lines on top. Any quick cream for treatment? My father is 67 yrs old, has sugar and high bp.

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There can be many causes of change in nail colour in elderly. Pictures and history is required for proper diagnosis and treatment. Consult online ...  Read More

I have fungal infection under my toe nail. Earlier I thought the colour change is due to ingrown nail as my nail also curl inside from the side and makes it uncomfortable. It's been a couple of moths now. Upon further inspection I realised that it's due to fungal infection as the nail bed also feels crumbly to touch. Please suggest an over the coun

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Hello. I am Dr.Pratik Agrawal, Cosultant Physician. Done my MD in Internal Medicine after completing MBBS. I think i will be able to help you for further plan and management for this disease after di ...  Read More

His nails have became very rough and some layers are coming out in broken pieces from the middle of the nails. Please advise

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It is rare for child to get fungal infection on the nails. It may be something else. Please contact me using online consult option for proper treatment ...  Read More

Hi please check my baby's nail bed color is it normal or cyanosis? Earlier it was very purple and blue now he is 2months old sharing present picture of his nails

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The colour of the nails are pink . If you ever had seen your baby cynosed please book consultation for complete examination ...  Read More

I drank cold water and I have throat infection, please suggest medicines for relief in pain and swallowing problem, and antibiotics for recovery

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Tonsillo pharyngitis Conuslt in person ...  Read More

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