Paronychia is an inflammation of the skin around the nail that can occur suddenly—usually due to the bacterium Staph. aureus—or develop gradually, most often caused by Candida albicans. The index and middle fingers are most commonly affected and typically present with redness, swelling, and pain. Pus or discharge may be present. Risk factors include repeated hand washing and trauma.
Treatment may include antibiotics or antifungals, and if pus is present, incision and drainage may be considered.
○ Treatment ― OTC Drugs Applying an OTC antibiotic ointment may help. If the ointment is applied too thinly, it may not work at all. #Polysporin #Bacitracin #Betadine
Paronychia is an inflammation of the skin around the nail, which can occur suddenly, when it is usually due to the bacteria Staph. aureus, or gradually when it is commonly caused by Candida albicans.
It is accompanied by pain.
Edema is observed on the right finger.
Paronychia is presumed to be caused by ingrown nails.
Yellowish lesion caused by a pustule.
Ingrown nail
Typical Paronychia ― It is caused by infection by bacteria or viruses.
Chronic Paronychia
A typical paronychia caused by bacterial infection.
If green discolor is present, a pseudomonas infection should be suspected.
Treatment may include antibiotics or antifungals, and if pus is present, incision and drainage may be considered.
○ Treatment ― OTC Drugs
Applying an OTC antibiotic ointment may help. If the ointment is applied too thinly, it may not work at all.
#Polysporin
#Bacitracin
#Betadine
Use OTC pain relievers like acetaminophen to ease the pain.
#Ibuprofen
#Naproxen
#Acetaminophen