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Green nails
After removing the nail extensions, my nails have become green and black. I also have swollen around the edges.
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Dr. Murali Reddy
Dermatologist
7 yrs exp
Nizamabad
Hii..
It can be bacterial infection...
Need some pics for clarification...
Take healthy diet, plenty of fluids
Avoid water contacts
Take tab. Ampiclox twice daily 5 days and biotin supplements...
Need complete evaluation and history for accurate diagnosis, After that correct treatment options can be provided
So kindly consult on-line for further evaluation and prescription
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Dr. Palak Deshmukh
Dermatologist
13 yrs exp
Pune
It is nail bed infection also known as paronychia. Green colour occurs due to pseudomonas infection. Kindly consult for better diagnosis and management.
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Dr. Rajesh L Pathi
Dermatologist
8 yrs exp
Bangalore
Take consultantion and discuss in detail
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Dr Hitesh Viradiya
General Physician
8 yrs exp
Surat
Share pics for better evaluation u will require proper treatment based on infection
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Kindly do direct online consultations for detailed prescription and further management
Health Tips
Avoid chronic contact with water
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Dr. Vidhi S Chandibhamar
Dermatologist
4 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
It's pseudomonas bacteria induced green nail syndrome
Follow this only if you are not pregnant/breastfeeding:
Tab Levoflox 500mg
1-0-0 for 5 days
Tab Aceclo plus
1-0-1 for 5 days
Tab Rantac 150mg (30mins before food)
1-0-1 for 5 days
Fucidin cream
Twice a day for 15 days
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Dr. Kapil Baheti
Dermatologist
4 yrs exp
Bhopal
Most likely to be infected
Next Steps
avoid prolong wetting nails
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visit doctor
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