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

What Could Be The Reason For Soreness, Swelling, Dry Blood On Toe?

hello, i have a problem where the corner of my big toe on my right foot would be a bit sore and slightly swollen and i would have to use a pin to drain a little fluid. this has happen a few times in the past. not so sure when the first instance was. i am 35 and female. this time around i have not punched it or anything but i see dry blood on the toe, everyday for more than a week. any answer is very much appreciated. thanks.
Mon, 27 Jan 2014
Report Abuse
Dermatologist,  's  Response
Hi. Thanks for posting your concern at HCM

I would keep a possibility of Ingrown toe nail. It can be greatly relieved by a course of an oral antibiotic (penicillin or cephalosporin group) for a week. I would advice that you visit your local practitioner for a prescription of oral antibiotic.

Attention to footwear particularly using footwear with proper room for the toes is important.

If the condition is recurrent then nail avulsion(removal) with partial matriectomy would be the definitive treatment and in case it recurs you should see a dermatologist or a surgeon for nail avulsion(removal) with partial matriectomy.

take care
regards
I find this answer helpful
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....
What Could Be The Reason For Soreness, Swelling, Dry Blood On Toe?

Hi. Thanks for posting your concern at HCM I would keep a possibility of Ingrown toe nail. It can be greatly relieved by a course of an oral antibiotic (penicillin or cephalosporin group) for a week. I would advice that you visit your local practitioner for a prescription of oral antibiotic. Attention to footwear particularly using footwear with proper room for the toes is important. If the condition is recurrent then nail avulsion(removal) with partial matriectomy would be the definitive treatment and in case it recurs you should see a dermatologist or a surgeon for nail avulsion(removal) with partial matriectomy. take care regards