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  5. Her toenail broke off due to an accidental hit at home. Also quite an amount of blood came out. Bandaged with Dettol and cotton at the time. Later puss formed. Applied Betadyne but is not helping. Puss continued to form. What should be done?

Her toenail broke off due to an accidental hit at home. Also quite an amount of blood came out. Bandaged with Dettol and cotton at the time. Later puss formed. Applied Betadyne but is not helping. Puss continued to form. What should be done?

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Her toenail broke off due to an accidental hit at home. Also quite an amount of blood came out. Bandaged with Dettol and cotton at the time. Later puss formed. Applied Betadyne but is not helping. Puss continued to form. What should be done?

I recommend using an antibiotic ointment like Neosporin, applying it to the affected area twice a day. In addition, you can take an over-the-counter pain reliever like ibuprofen to help with any pain and inflammation. Make sure to keep the area clean and dry, and avoid wearing tight shoes that may cause further irritation. If the infection does not improve or if you develop a fever, it is important to see a doctor for further evaluation and possible prescription antibiotics.

Last updated on 27 Dec 2024

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