L03.0
DESCRIPTION
Small subcutaneous collection of pus under the nailfold.
Often associated with cutting nails too short, or nail biting.
GENERAL MEASURES
- Avoid cutting finger nails too short.
- Avoid nail biting.
MEDICINE TREATMENT
Drain abscess by puncture or incision.
Adults
- Flucloxacillin, oral, 500 mg 6 hourly for 5 days.