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Nail infection that develops in the edges of the fingernails and toenails is called paronychia. It is the most common bacterial nail infection. The risk factors include injury to the nail, cutting your nails, and constant exposure of your hands to water.

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How can a fungal infection of my second toe be treated?

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I am 20, male. How do I manage nail infection on my finger?

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How to effectively treat a non-healing nail wound?

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How to manage pain and swelling at the corner of my big toe?

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Is Terbinafine safe for treating my chronic nail infection?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern.Chronic nail infections can be very frustrating. Based on your description, this may be onychomycosis, a fungal infection of the nails.

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I have an infected ingrown toenail. How to treat it?

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How can a woman treat her toe pain and swelling?

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How can diabetic toe infections be treated in elders?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. She has an infection in the nail bed space. Need to focus on three things. 1. Her diabetes needs better control. Better diet modification with medicines.

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Why is there fungus on the nail beds of my fingers and toes?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Nail bed fungal infection could be due to either continuous exposure to water or immune deficiency.

What can be done for bleeding and pus discharge from toenail?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have a few questions. 1. How did this start? 2. Did you have trauma to the nail? 3. Is it painful? 4. Is it the only one to nail? 5.

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