What should I do if the flesh on top of my nails is red and swollen?

The redness and swelling of the flesh above the nail is considered to be related to the local external force and nail groove inflammation and other factors. It is recommended to pay attention to the care of the affected area, and if necessary, give anti-infection, analgesic drugs or through surgical treatment.
1. External force: Localized external force, such as extrusion, friction and bruising, may cause local tissue swelling and pain. It is recommended to pay attention to the care of the affected area, the use of iodophor disinfection, to avoid bacterial infection, if necessary, with erythromycin, amoxicillin and other drugs, can promote the inflammation subside.
2. Nail groove inflammation: nail groove inflammation, is the skin along the nail on both sides of the formation of the nail groove and its surrounding tissues, the emergence of purulent bacterial infection, resulting in local redness, swelling, hot pain, fever.
When there is no pus, you can use ichthyol ointment externally and apply tincture of iodine and povidone-iodine locally to control the infection. If necessary, with oral amoxicillin, methotrexate, etc. have antibacterial or antiseptic effect. Ibuprofen and acetaminophen may also be given and can help relieve pain. If necessary, a surgical incision is made to drain out the pus inside and promote recovery.
Symptoms such as redness, swelling and pain in the flesh on the side of the nail. If the symptoms are mild, it is recommended to pay attention to nail trimming, which can reduce local irritation, and go to the hospital dermatology department if necessary.