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How Can An Infected Ring Finger Be Treated?

Hello i had a question see if u can help me out with an answer I got my tip of my ring finger infected so the gave me a shot on my ring finger all the way at the button line of my finger feels like there is still a button there hurts sometimes wanted to know what that is
Thu, 5 Jul 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

-Apply warm compresses or soak the finger in warm, soapy water for 10 to 20 minutes, at least twice a day.
-Apply antibiotic cream.
-Keep the infected area covered with a sterile bandage.

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How Can An Infected Ring Finger Be Treated?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. -Apply warm compresses or soak the finger in warm, soapy water for 10 to 20 minutes, at least twice a day. -Apply antibiotic cream. -Keep the infected area covered with a sterile bandage. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.