Paronychia Flashcards
1
Q
What is paronychia?
A
This is an infection within the nail fold
2
Q
Who is most at risk of paronychia?
A
Children
Those who bite their nails
3
Q
How will paronychia usually present?
A
Redness and swelling at the nail fold with possible pus collection
4
Q
How is paronychia managed?
A
Elevation
Antibiotics
Incision with drain collection of pus
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