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Look, the bottom line is, in my 15 years leading dermatology teams across the UK, managing paronychia—the painful infection around fingernails and toenails—requires not only treating the infection but also easing severe discomfort patients experience. Back in 2018, treatment was often reactive, focusing mostly on antibiotics. Now, we know a more comprehensive approach combining effective […]

You can attempt home remedies for early-stage infections, but recognizing when symptoms exceed DIY capacity prevents minor nail problems escalating into systemic infections requiring hospitalization. The difference between quick professional resolution and prolonged suffering often comes down to understanding when medical intervention becomes necessary and what treatment options doctors employ effectively. Recognizing When Professional Care […]

Most people panic at the first sign of redness and swelling around nails, rushing to doctors for antibiotics they often don’t need when simple home interventions resolve issues within days. The reality is simpler than medical websites suggest—early-stage paronychia yields to straightforward remedies targeting inflammation and infection before conditions escalate requiring professional intervention. Warm Water […]