I apparently have an infection on the ring finger of my left hand, in a cut almost an inch long which I got from a nail. I have had it for about half a week. Despite dowsing it in peroxide and neosporin, it's still there, and doesn't appear to be getting any better.
What I originally thought was a scab formed over it early on. I believe it is actually dried puss, as it is yellow, is depressed in the skin instead of raised, and when I put peroxide or neosporin on it, it softens into a mucus-like substance. I tried removing it when it was soft, but it won't come out, and I don't want to forcebly pull it out since I'm not a doctor or anything and don't know what I'm doing :p
The infected area is sore, and I'm starting to become a bit concerned. Any suggestions, especially ones that are proven effective, would be much appreciated. Thank you to the answerers, and God bless you all!
2006-11-22
07:20:51
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