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What Is The Cure For The Swollen Nail Bed With Pus Formation ?
Hi, I have a swollen nail bed which is filled with pussy liquid on my big toe. The whole toe was very painful for a while but since I drained the liquid it has been less so, however there is still puss that can be squeezed out everyday and it has a nasty smell to it. Will this clear up on it's own?
Infectious Diseases Specialist, Dr. Praveen G's Response
Hello, Welcome to HCM,
The history and symptoms suggests me that you are having paronychia which is nothing but an nail disease that is an often-tender and very painful.
The paronychia can be due to infection with bacteria or fungus which most commonly affects the great toe. The pus should be drained by giving a ring block to prevent the cellulitis following this.
I would suggest you to undergo incision and drainage which should be followed by a course of antibiotics like tab Augmentin, twice daily for five days. You may require topical antibacterial cream and good hygiene of the wound. Thank you.
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What Is The Cure For The Swollen Nail Bed With Pus Formation ?
Hello, Welcome to HCM, The history and symptoms suggests me that you are having paronychia which is nothing but an nail disease that is an often-tender and very painful. The paronychia can be due to infection with bacteria or fungus which most commonly affects the great toe. The pus should be drained by giving a ring block to prevent the cellulitis following this. I would suggest you to undergo incision and drainage which should be followed by a course of antibiotics like tab Augmentin, twice daily for five days. You may require topical antibacterial cream and good hygiene of the wound. Thank you.