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Suggest Treatment For Blackening Of The Fingernail After Injury
Question: i accidentally caught my finger in a door 3 weeks ago my fingernail is now black will it grow out it does not hurt me i keep a bandaid on it what do i do
Brief Answer:
Will resolve, give it some time, Clogged blood in nail bed
Detailed Answer:
Thank you for asking
I read your question and i understand your concern. Blackening of finger nail is due to hemolyzed blood collected under finger nail. It is for sure painful and bothersome, but don't worry, with rest, pain killers and nail care, the issue will resolve in a week or two. Just keep the area clean to prevent infections and take some NSAIDs for the relief. if possible trim the nail as much as possible to help hemolyzed blood leave the nail bed.
I hope it helps. take good care of yourself and dont forget to close the discussion please.
regards
Khan
Will resolve, give it some time, Clogged blood in nail bed
Detailed Answer:
Thank you for asking
I read your question and i understand your concern. Blackening of finger nail is due to hemolyzed blood collected under finger nail. It is for sure painful and bothersome, but don't worry, with rest, pain killers and nail care, the issue will resolve in a week or two. Just keep the area clean to prevent infections and take some NSAIDs for the relief. if possible trim the nail as much as possible to help hemolyzed blood leave the nail bed.
I hope it helps. take good care of yourself and dont forget to close the discussion please.
regards
Khan
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