[My left thumb is swollen, just left of the nail. I've been putting hot compresses on it and they seem to relieve the swelling somewhat. ] View answer

Hi, I have a question concerning what appears to be a paronychia on the second finger of my right hand on the left side of the nail. I first started noticing some irritation to the finger on Sunday. I ... View answer

I have a paronychia on my left index finger. I was on Bactrim initially, but when that did not help, I was switched to Keflex , which I am currently taking. I think the condition is improving; the ... View answer

[Had an infection on index finger under nail. Dr. punctured a hole, pus came out, had antibiotics and soaked with Epsom salts. Finger has not gotten better, whole finger tip is swollen, red, hot to touch and painful.] View answer

[Dear doctor, I am having an issue near nails portion of my index finger for some time now. Water seeps in through the gaps and it pains around that whole area. This keeps happening periodically. When it pains I apply... View answer

My husband s forefinger is very swollen around the nail and painful. We suspect paronychia (thanks to the internet) and are wondering what we can do for a home treatment until he can see a doctor. It ... View answer

I have self diagnosed paronychia. Many years ago a gp cut into it. years later a hand specialist had me wrap it in stretch elastic bandage. it is back. i am 79 with some arthritis in my hands. should ... View answer

Aloha. I have paronychia on three fingers. I have been on a antibiotic for 6 days, but it is more inflamed than ever. I have also been trying tea tree oil. I wear a glove when washing dishes and keep the ... View answer

compress and betadine wash thrice daily. Is this correct treatment? ...i have an infection on my toenail, most probably paronychia . It is very tender to the touch. I can ... View answer

, but in the meantime, do you have suggestions for treatment? Anti fungal cream? Antibacterial cream ...I have a chronic paronychia condition in both of my thumbs, and to a lesser degree in my fingers. I ... View answer