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How Can Swelling And Inflammation In The Finger Be Treated?
I have a finger issue that Idk what to do about... there was a slight hang nail there a few days ago & today woke up with it completely swollen, red and purple, feverish, pus is leaking and starting to bust open other spots. it is my middle finger the joints in the finger, whole hand and wrist are hurting pretty badly.
Mon, 24 Jul 2017
Hi,
I am sorry for the problems you are experiencing.
The swollen, red and purple, feverish, pus leaking are signs of paronychia (nail infection).
I advise to:
- wash with warm water and antibacterial soap
- soak in warm water and betaine
- rinse and dry well
- apply antibiotic ointment on the nail bed
If no improvement within a couple of days, should see a dermatologist.
Wish fast recovery.
I am sorry for the problems you are experiencing.
The swollen, red and purple, feverish, pus leaking are signs of paronychia (nail infection).
I advise to:
- wash with warm water and antibacterial soap
- soak in warm water and betaine
- rinse and dry well
- apply antibiotic ointment on the nail bed
If no improvement within a couple of days, should see a dermatologist.
Wish fast recovery.
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