Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
Pus in the left hand finger
Sir
I have slightly swalloen finger with pus. I removed some part of nail for this finger accidentally and it got hurt. Plz see picture attached.
Kindly suggest
Answers (22)
Like the answers? Consult privately with the doctor of your choice
Keep the area clean
Apply topical antimicrobial
Surgical drainage of pus will heal it faster
Next Steps
There is chance of recurrence if residual infection is left, so get it treated completely and follow hand hygiene
Health Tips
Consult for further guidance
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Didn't find the answer you are looking for?
Talk to experienced doctor online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.
+101
Infection is present
might need antibiotics and drainage if possible
connect immediately
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Warm compress And apply soframycin.
Drainage is required.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Can help you with and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult via whatsapp on nine zero two nine six zero zero four seven zero. next course of action
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Aaww .. it's paronychia .. u need small drainage procedure to remove pus .. temporarily can take antibiotics but full relief is with letting out of pus .. hand hygiene shud be followed to prevent recurrence .. connect so that can guide u
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Connect please
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Needs a small surgical removal of the abscess ...
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Infection of nail bed
Next Steps
Consult dermatologist
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
You got to take TT inj and clean it properly and if painful go to derma or surgeon to drain it
Next Steps
do consult
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Anubha Singh
General Physician
4 yrs exp
Jhansi
Pus in a finger could be a sign of infection. Keep the area clean, avoid squeezing it, and consider applying a warm compress. However, it's important to consult for proper evaluation and treatment, and prescribe antibiotics if necessary.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Najeeb T
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Malappuram
Patient's detailed medical history is required. It is recommended to consult a doctor professional through the Practo app or visit a local medical facility for a thorough evaluation.
Please keep in mind that detailed medical history is crucial for proper diagnosis and treatment.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Aditya Prasad Padhy
Urologist
11 yrs exp
Bhubaneswar
Paronychia
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Gaurij Hood
General Physician
13 yrs exp
Valsad
You need course of local and oral antibiotics.Kindly connect for way forward.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Konica gupta
General Physician
3 yrs exp
Ghaziabad
Consult
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Manoj Kumar
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Dehradun
Need few more details.
Kindly consult
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Sanghpriya Gautam
General Physician
4 yrs exp
Delhi
Connect please can help you
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
General Physician
4 yrs exp
Jhansi
It will need few medication
Do connect and consult
Will help you
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Chaithra H
General Physician
3 yrs exp
Bangalore
Pls have physical examination with nearby surgeon and have a follow up.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Nazia Begum M.G
General Physician
13 yrs exp
Belgaum
Apply mupicream
Soak water in hot water with salt for pain relief
Take tab zerodol p
Consult online
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Mohammed Rehan Khan
General Physician
10 yrs exp
Bangalore
Get pus removed by a surgeon
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Vinod Kumar Verma
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Gurgaon
According to your query and sign and symptom you want to know about the disease and cause and it's best Treatment as you have mentioned as above as query about report.
Please take consultation for better evaluation and best Treatment as it need complete history of patient as personal and family history.
Please follow any medicine or advise after consultation only from a good doctor.
Please follow good life style as
• take plenty of fluid and
• take less spicy and fatty foods and
• take home made food only and
do exercise regularly with yoga and meditation and
please keep positive attitude to fight any disease and any problem of your life.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Articles you may like
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Tell us what's troubling you
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.