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Ingrown nail in pregnancy
I am 19 weeks pregnant and have an ingrown nail in the toe. I donot have any swelling but the corner is filled with pus and have turned little black. There is no pain unless the toe have hit anything. Please tell me if it will affect baby and whats the solution.
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No it won't affect the baby
But infection needs to be evaluated and controlled
Get it checked near by or else it could. Progress causing you more problems
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Please consult a General Surgeon in your area for a physical examination and further management
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Pls connect for online consultation and advice
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Dr. Pratibha P S
Gynecologist
9 yrs exp
Bangalore
you need antibiotics
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Dr. Neha Vashisth
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12 yrs exp
Jaipur
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Dr. Pushpa Gour
Gynecologist
32 yrs exp
Bhopal
It will not affect your baby but you need safe antibiotics for infection.
Consult for prescription please.
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