Why does my toe hurt and have pus coming out?

Paronychia (pahr-uh-NIK-ee-uh) is an infection of the skin around a fingernail or toenail. The infected area can become swollen, red, and painful, and a pus-filled blister (abscess) may form. Most of the time, paronychia is not serious and can be treated at home.

What does infected toe look like?

You might have an infected toe if you notice: Redness. Soreness or pain. A pus-filled blister, or pus that drains from your toe.

Will an infected toe heal itself?

Will an Infected Toe Heal Itself? An infection can sometimes go away on its own, but it may need treatment. If you have diabetes, and redness and swelling don’t go away or have painful joints or muscles, you should see your doctor.

How do you know if your foot is infected?

Signs and symptoms of foot infections may include the following:

1. Change in skin color.
2. Rise in skin temperature.
3. Swelling and pain.
4. Open wounds that are slow to heal.
5. Breaks or dryness in the skin.
6. Drainage.
7. Odor.
8. Fever.

What happens if you leave a toe infection untreated?

This can lead to worsening pain and even fever. In some cases, an untreated ingrown toenail can spread the infection to the bone beneath the nail. And, if the infection continues to be left untreated, it can even enter the bloodstream and cause a serious condition, such as sepsis or gangrene.

When is a toe infection serious?

You should seek immediate medical attention if you have a fever and notice red streaks on your skin that lead away from the infected area on your toe, as these symptoms indicate a more severe infection. An infected toenail can impact your daily life, but it doesn’t have to.

Does Covid toe hurt?

COVID toes will go away on their own. But you may treat the symptoms of COVID toes if they bother you. You can use a hydrocortisone cream to ease pain or itching. If that doesn’t help or if your toes or fingers get worse, call a board-certified dermatologist or your doctor.

What causes pain in the toes?

The most common causes of toe pain include ingrown toenails, bunions, cuts or scrapes, other injuries, blisters, and corns and calluses. Arthritis (including rheumatoid arthritis, gout, and other types of arthritis) and infections are additional causes of toe pain.