Paronychia can be diagnosed by physical examination of the finger or toe. Laboratory tests are generally not needed. Imaging ...

The infection is only in the nail fold and doesn't extend deeper inside the finger or toe. The symptoms go away with treatment and last less than six weeks. The symptoms of chronic paronychia ...

Treatable by a medical professional Can usually be self-diagnosed Doesn't require lab test or imaging Can last several days or weeks More common in females Types of paronychia include: ...