Paronychia is a type of nail infection, most commonly caused by the bacteria called Staphylococcus aureus, which affects the skin around the nail (called nail folds). It can also occur as a result of ...

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: ...

Hemorrhagic paronychia was visible on the fingers and toes. A biopsy of the tongue ulcer revealed nonspecific granulocytic infiltration. To rule out a paraneoplastic etiology, computed tomography ...