How do you treat a lacerated nail bed?
Wash the injury gently with soap and clean water. Cut off rough edges of your nail using a sterile scissor if your nail is torn to avoid further injuries. Apply pressure with a clean cloth to stop the bleeding. Apply ice to that area and take over-the-counter pain relievers such as acetaminophen to reduce swelling.
How do you treat a nail bed wound?
Treatment of nail bed injuries
- removing all jewelry.
- washing the injured area gently with fragrance-free soap.
- bandaging the injury gently, if there is an open wound.
- applying an ice pack for about 20 minutes at a time.
- elevating the injured hand or foot.
- applying gentle compression to reduce any throbbing.
How do you treat a damaged nail bed at home?
Nail bed repair If your injury is serious, your doctor might take an X-ray to check for broken bones. You may also get anesthesia so your doctor can look at your nail more closely and treat your injury without causing more pain. Common treatment for nail bed injuries include: For subungual hematomas.
What protects the nail bed from infection?
Cuticle. The area of skin where the nail grows out of the finger. It provides protection to the nail matrix.
Can a damaged nail bed be fixed?
More serious injuries may be treated with surgery and/or need splinting. Some nail bed injuries can be fully repaired, and your nail could return to normal. However, some severe injuries may result in a deformed nail.
How long does it take for nail bed to heal?
If you lose your nail, it will take about 7 to 10 days for the nail bed to heal. A new fingernail will take about 4 to 6 months to grow to replace the lost nail. Toenails take about 12 months to grow back.
How do you treat an exposed nail bed?
Protect any exposed part of the nail bed for 7 to 10 days until this skin hardens and isn’t sensitive anymore. Coat the area with antibiotic ointment and top with a nonstick bandage. Change the bandage every day and whenever it gets wet. (If any part gets stuck, soak it under warm running water until it slips off.)
How long does it take for a nail bed to heal?
If you lose your nail, it will take about 7 to 10 days for the nail bed to heal. A new fingernail will take about 4 to 6 months to grow to replace the lost nail. Toenails take about 12 months to grow back. The new nail will probably have grooves or ridges and be somewhat misshapen.
What antibiotic is used for a nail infection?
Penicillin and its derivatives such as ampicillin are the most effective antibiotics in nail infection, especially if caused by biting the nails or sucking the fingers.