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Pain at the root and side of the nail
This condition has been developed 10 days ago unknowingly . Now pain is there and swelling at the root of the nail , side of the nail ( ring finger ) . Is it fungal infection or trauma ? Thank you doctor in advance ☺️
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It's due to nail infection causing swelling and pain.. for detailed prescription do direct online consultation
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This is bacterial infection. It needs to be treated with oral antibiotics.
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consult a dermatologist.
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Dr. Anshu Maheswari
Dermatologist
8 yrs exp
Noida
You are having bacterial infection of the skin around the nail. Please contact for online consultation for proper treatment of your problem.
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Dr. Vivek Muthukumarasamy
Dermatologist
7 yrs exp
Coimbatore
Looks like acute paronychia...kindly consult online for proper assessment and treatment
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