Finger Infection (cont.)
Medical Author:
Kevin Aston, DO
Coauthor:
Michael Doyle, DO
Medical Editor:
William C. Shiel Jr., MD, FACP, FACR
William C. Shiel Jr., MD, FACP, FACRDr. Shiel received a Bachelor of Science degree with honors from the University of Notre Dame. There he was involved in research in radiation biology and received the Huisking Scholarship. After graduating from St. Louis University School of Medicine, he completed his Internal Medicine residency and Rheumatology fellowship at the University of California, Irvine. He is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology. IN THIS ARTICLE
When to Seek Medical CareThe key to preventing disability and possible loss of the finger is early and appropriate treatment. If any signs and symptoms are present, contact a doctor at once. If the person has signs or symptoms of a felon, cellulitis, flexor tenosynovitis, or deep space infection, seek emergency care at once. Viewer Comments & ReviewsFinger Infection - TreatmentThe eMedicineHealth physician editors ask:What treatment has been effective for your finger infection? |
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