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Question: My nail is infected, I went to the minor emergency but they didn't prescribed anything for it and I don't have insurance , anything I can do at home ? My finger is definitely hurting!
Brief Answer:
Topical antibiotic and anti inflammatory medicines
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for being at HealthcareMagic
I have gone through your complaints and understand your concern.
You definitely need oral and topical antibiotics.
At home you can apply topical antibiotic like neosporin ointment on the affected nail 2-3 times in a day and take anti inflammatory medicines like tablet ibuprofen for pain.
These should be available over the counter in your country.
Regards
Dr Asmeet
Topical antibiotic and anti inflammatory medicines
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for being at HealthcareMagic
I have gone through your complaints and understand your concern.
You definitely need oral and topical antibiotics.
At home you can apply topical antibiotic like neosporin ointment on the affected nail 2-3 times in a day and take anti inflammatory medicines like tablet ibuprofen for pain.
These should be available over the counter in your country.
Regards
Dr Asmeet
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