Dr. Shubadeep Debabrata Sinha
Infectious Diseases
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Hello doctor,
I think I have an infection in my fingernail. I am HIV positive and have been taking medications. It may be paronychia and is very painful
Hello,
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Please send details of the medications that you were taking and the prescriptions. Besides the picture you shared (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity), what are the discomforting symptoms that you are having at this time? And since when you have the suspected nail infection. Are you having any pus?
I recommend the following:
1. Warm water soaking of the affected finger for 3 to 4 daily until symptoms resolve.
2. Avoid inciting factors such as exposure to moist environments or skin irritants.
3. Keeping the affected lesion dry is essential for proper recovery.
4. Avoid any nail manipulation, such as manicuring, finger sucking, or attempting to incise and drain the lesion.
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