How to treat paronychia by yourself?

Written by Liu Gang
Dermatology
Updated on September 07, 2024
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Paronychia is a purulent infectious disease formed when the nail embeds into the flesh. If the infection is in the purulent stage, it can be appropriately treated at home. After disinfection with iodine, use a needle to puncture and clean out the pus and blood. If the paronychia infection is severe, it is advised to visit the dermatology department of a formal hospital for a minor surgery. This disease has a tendency to recur. It can be permanently resolved by removing the nail and performing a forced correction on the affected area. To prevent recurrence, try not to wear shoes that are too tight and avoid prolonged walking, as the disease is related to one's walking posture and footwear.

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How to treat paronychia by yourself?

Paronychia is a purulent infectious disease formed when the nail embeds into the flesh. If the infection is in the purulent stage, it can be appropriately treated at home. After disinfection with iodine, use a needle to puncture and clean out the pus and blood. If the paronychia infection is severe, it is advised to visit the dermatology department of a formal hospital for a minor surgery. This disease has a tendency to recur. It can be permanently resolved by removing the nail and performing a forced correction on the affected area. To prevent recurrence, try not to wear shoes that are too tight and avoid prolonged walking, as the disease is related to one's walking posture and footwear.

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Can paronychia cause fever?

Paronychia can potentially cause fever. In the early stages of paronychia, the affected area typically becomes red, swollen, and painful. If symptoms become severe, systemic infection symptoms such as chills, fatigue, loss of appetite, and high fever may occur. For paronychia, if the local symptoms are not severe, anti-inflammatory ointments can be applied to the area, such as mupirocin ointment or erythromycin ointment. If symptoms are severe and fever occurs, oral antibiotics are necessary for treatment. If pus has formed, it is necessary to perform an incision and drainage to remove the pus, and regularly clean and change dressings to achieve effective treatment. Paronychia is generally caused by bacterial infections, predominantly by Staphylococcus aureus. Therefore, one should not attempt to squeeze the infected area, as this can worsen the condition.

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Can you use vinegar for soaking your feet when you have paronychia?

Paronychia is an infectious disease characterized by the nail embedding into the flesh, leading to a purulent infection. This condition has a strong recurrence rate and is somewhat related to one's walking posture or frequently wearing shoes that are too tight. During treatment, soaking in vinegar does not have a direct therapeutic effect and should generally be avoided. Topically, iodine can be used for disinfection, and oral and topical anti-inflammatory medications can be used for treatment. The most common and thorough treatment method is to undergo a minor surgery at a dermatology department of a reputable hospital, where the nail is forcibly corrected to prevent future embedding and recurrence of the disease. It’s advisable to avoid wearing shoes that are too tight, and in cases of severe purulent infection, it's best to undergo minor surgery to drain the pus. Avoid spicy and stimulating foods and try not to stay up late.

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How is paronychia radically cured?

Paronychia is a purulent infectious disease caused by the repeated irritation of a nail embedding into the flesh, most commonly found on the big toe. If the purulent infection is severe, it may require incision and drainage. If the symptoms are mild, it may be treated with appropriate oral and topical anti-inflammatory medications. To completely cure this condition, surgery is necessary to remove the nail embedded in the flesh and then use sutures to forcibly correct the placement. This can prevent recurrences in future life. Regular walking habits should be maintained without jumping, and wearing shoes that are too tight should be avoided. Dietary and lifestyle habits should also be regulated.

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How to treat paronychia when it becomes purulent?

Paronychia has already become suppurative and needs timely treatment. Patients can choose to use medications to clean the affected area, which can prevent the condition from worsening. Paronychia is not a very serious disease, but improper care or worsening of the condition can lead to suppuration and cause severe symptoms. It is considered that the condition may be caused by accidentally injuring the surrounding soft tissue when trimming nails or by wearing tight shoes. If the patient's condition is severe, it is best to go to a formal hospital for timely examination and diagnosis. The suppurative area can be incised, and anti-inflammatory medications can be applied to avoid severe local infections. During the recovery period, patients should maintain a light diet and avoid spicy foods.