HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Bruised Thumb After Getting Hurt. Nail Getting Separated, Greenish Discoloration. How To Take Care Of It?

I smashed my thumb in a car door about 4 weeks ago. It bled beneath the nail and I called my doctor s office. The nurse said to poke with a large (alcohol swabbed) needle to relieve pressure. I did this several times and it did temporarily relieve pressure. It is still black and the right half of my nail is lifting. In the sunlight it looks very green and I have noticed a little bit of an odor. I ve applied alcohol and antibiotic cream and bandage it daily. Any other suggestions on how to care for it?
Wed, 3 Apr 2013
Report Abuse
Dermatologist,  's  Response
Hi thanks for writing here.After nail trauma it is always common that some blood remains beneath it,which usually subsides with time.There is nothing required for it and you can just take antibiotics and analgesics.But since you have poked it with needle then there are high chances of getting infection,since you are saying that nail looking green and also odor a little bit,it may be pseudomonal infection.It will require oral antibiotics.so it is better you consult dermatologist.Please do not ignore this infection ,since it may go deep.Also get your blood sugar done.
I find this answer helpful

1 Doctor agrees with this answer

Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
Bruised Thumb After Getting Hurt. Nail Getting Separated, Greenish Discoloration. How To Take Care Of It?

Hi thanks for writing here.After nail trauma it is always common that some blood remains beneath it,which usually subsides with time.There is nothing required for it and you can just take antibiotics and analgesics.But since you have poked it with needle then there are high chances of getting infection,since you are saying that nail looking green and also odor a little bit,it may be pseudomonal infection.It will require oral antibiotics.so it is better you consult dermatologist.Please do not ignore this infection ,since it may go deep.Also get your blood sugar done.