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Paronychia

J R Black1

  • 1Department of Surgery, J.A. Haley Veterans' Hospital, Tampa, FL 33612, USA.

Clinics in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery
|April 1, 1995
PubMed

Insights

Paronychia, an inflammation of the nail fold, presents in congenital, acute, or chronic forms. Acquired types often stem from trauma, with middle-aged women at higher risk, and treatment varies by cause.

Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Podiatry

Background:

  • Paronychia is characterized by inflammation around the nail fold.
  • It is classified into congenital, acute-acquired, and chronic-acquired types.
  • Acquired paronychia is frequently linked to trauma, particularly affecting middle-aged women.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To define paronychia and its classifications.
  • To identify risk factors and common causes.
  • To outline therapeutic approaches based on paronychia type and causative agents.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review and synthesis of existing data on paronychia.
  • Analysis of etiological factors, including trauma and occupational exposures.
  • Categorization of treatment modalities.

Main Results:

  • Acquired paronychia is commonly caused by trauma.
  • Middle-aged women represent a high-risk demographic.
  • Chronic paronychia often involves mixed infections (bacteria, fungi, yeast) and is associated with occupations involving fluid exposure.

Conclusions:

  • Paronychia management requires considering the specific type and causative organisms.
  • Therapeutic strategies encompass footwear adjustments, pharmacological treatments, and surgical interventions.
  • Understanding occupational risks is crucial for preventing chronic paronychia.

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