Panarice is an inflammation that develops around the nails of the hands or feet, caused by microorganisms that proliferate in this region, after a superficial injury, such as pulling the cuticle skin with the teeth or with nail pliers.
Panarice symptoms
The symptoms of panarice are:
- Redness around the nail; Pain in the region. There may be pus formation.
The diagnosis is made through observation of the region, and it is not necessary to carry out specific tests.
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Treatment for panarice
The treatment for panarice can be done by washing the area with a soap, such as Protex, which cleans and disinfects the skin and applying a healing ointment.
The panarice usually lasts from 3 to 10 days and the treatment must be maintained until complete skin regeneration. During the treatment of the hands, it is advisable not to leave your hands wet, using gloves whenever washing dishes or clothes, and when treating the feet, the ideal is not to wear closed shoes.
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