Finger infection

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It’s been a while since I’ve had one of these infections. My daughter however, gets them way too often. She is a ‘picker’ and is always pulling off scabs, peeling fingernails and the list could go …

A hand infection can cause severe problems that persist even after the infection has resolved, such as stiffness, loss of skin, nerve and bone.

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Hand infections are a common problem among the population and carry significant morbidity.1,2 Deep hand infection such as flexor sheath infections are surgical emergencies and require prompt referral to prevent permanent disability. A misdiagnosis of flexor sheath infection can potentially lead to severe stiffness, deformity, or amputation of the digit.2 This article presents an unusual case of a 22-year-old with a chronic intermittent history of swelling and pain to the right middle finger…

🚨Paronychia is an infection of the skin around the nails, typically affecting the fingers or toes. It can be acute or chronic: 1️⃣ Acute Paronychia: This is usually caused by bacteria, such as Staphylococcus aureus, entering through a break in the skin, often from a hangnail or nail biting. Symptoms include redness, swelling, pain, and sometimes pus formation around the nail. 2️⃣ Chronic Paronychia: This often results from repeated exposure to moisture, leading to irritation and…