Table 7.

Recommended general measures for prevention of chronic paronychia

Recommended general measures for prevention of chronic paronychia[2,4,19]
Avoid • Prolonged exposure to wet work, moist environments • Prolonged contact with contact irritants including detergent and soap • Trauma, manipulation of nail folds, manicuring, finger sucking, nail biting • Trimming of nail cuticles • Artificial nails
Minimize further injury and allow recovery • Keep nails short •Ensure proper footwear and gloves • Rubber gloves(preferably with inner cotton lining) to be used when expecting contact with irritants • Keep hands clean, dry, and moisturize regularly • Diabetic patients should ensure a strict diabetic control