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- - Hand and finger infections are common and occur when germs breach the skin, varying from mild cases like paronychia to severe ones like necrotizing fasciitis.
- - Certain infections, particularly those from bites, have unique characteristics that influence their treatment approach.
- - Early medical management is crucial, but ignoring the potential need for surgery can lead to significant complications; any suspected infection should be evaluated by a healthcare professional promptly.
Article Abstract
HAND INFECTIONS. Hand and finger infections are very common. They result from the inoculation of a germ through the skin barrier. They can range from simple paronychia to extremely serious necrotizing fasciitis. Certain infections, such as those resulting from bites, have their own specific characteristics, which will determine how they are managed. While management can be medical in the early stages, it is important not to ignore the need for surgical treatment, otherwise serious complications may arise, leading to functional and aesthetic sequelae. Delays in treatment cannot be made up. Any infectious lesion can be potentially serious and must be treated in an appropriate department if there is the slightest doubt.
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