Paronychia, also known as nail infection, refers to an infection that affects the skin around the nails, both toenails, and fingernails. It is the most common nail problem and is mostly caused by ...

Q: I have had ingrown nails before, but the one I have now is painful, really red and swollen, and is leaking pus. Should I be on antibiotics? A: The nail matrix is the only part of the nail that's ...

You've probably never heard the term "paronychia" before, but you've heard the horror stories. Pus-filled cuticles after a manicure appointment gone wrong. An achy, red toe after being punctured ...

Soak the affected foot or hand 3 to 4 times daily for 20 minutes inantiseptic solution of warm water and chlorhexadine or povidone-iodine. Apply an over-the-counter antibiotic ointment and bandage.