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Nail infection
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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It's bacterial infection causing this inflammation..it will improve with medicine... for detailed medicine prescription do online consultation
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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 & guidance.,
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This is Acute Paronychia.
Consult online for proper treatment
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Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi
Dermatologist
14 yrs exp
Mumbai
Nail fold infection. Please contact me using online consult option for proper treatment
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Dr. Twinkle Patel
Dermatologist
3 yrs exp
Valsad
Its a bacterial infection (paronychia)
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Consult online for proper treatment
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