Treatment for pus and swelling on the side of the finger can be tailored to the specifics of the injury.
When you find pus and red swelling on the side of the finger, first examine the infected foci to understand the condition. If there is no abscess formation, you can use povidone-iodine gauze bandage after debridement, and change the medicine regularly; or external mupirocin ointment, erythromycin ointment and other drugs. If an abscess has formed, surgical incision can be made to drain out the pus, followed by bandaging and regular dressing changes.
At the same time, you can take amoxicillin, cefaclor and other antibiotic treatment to promote the inflammation subside. If the infection is serious, it can be treated with antibiotics such as cefuroxime and levofloxacin intravenously.
If you find that your fingers are red, swollen and pus-filled, you should consult a doctor and follow the doctor’s instructions to avoid aggravation of the condition.