Methods Of Treating And Preventing Paronychia
January 16, 2019
Paronychia is a name that can make anyone think they're dying of a terminal illness. However, paronychia is simply an infection of the soft tissue surrounding the fingernail. This is an infrequent infection unless an individual has a compromised immune system. When it does occur, it's due to bacteria, yeast, or both infecting the soft tissue.
Bacteria can be introduced to the soft tissue in a number of different ways and, depending on the type of bacteria that infects the tissue, a treatment option will be recommended. The following slides discuss the most common treatments for paronychia.