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Pus that builds up under the skin - white to yellow, pus-filled abscess may form. If an abscess forms, it may require antibiotics and/or drainage. Prevention To prevent a nail infection, you should: ...

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Move the file in the same direction. Avoid a back-and-forth sawing motion. Do not cut the cuticles: Cuticles are a layer of protection for nails. Trimming them increases the risk of infection.

Paronychia is an infection of the skin that grows around your child’s fingernail. While some people can experience paronychia around their toenails, this usually doesn’t happen to children.

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People that have artificial nails are particularly susceptible to pseudomonas because of the usually longer length and because there can be openings that it’s easier for bacteria to grow in.