What happens when you smash your fingernail?

What happens when you smash your fingernail?

It usually happens if the nail gets crushed in an injury. It can cause symptoms such as intense pain and throbbing as blood collects under the nail. Unless you also have broken bones or damage to the nail bed and/or surrounding tissues, this injury usually isn’t worrisome.

How do you treat a smashed finger with blood under a nail?

Treatment

1. Rest: Limit use of the affected finger or toe.
2. Ice: Use an ice pack, to reduce swelling and pain.
3. Compression: Apply pressure such as a wrap to the area immediately, to reduce the amount of blood that can pool.
4. Elevation: Keep the affected hand or foot elevated, to reduce swelling.

Does a bruised nail fall off?

Treating a bruised fingernail When a bruise develops under the fingernail, pressure can build up and cause pain. If this pressure becomes severe, the fingernail may fall off. In most cases, though, your fingernail will remain in place, but you may notice discoloration around the site of the injury.

How do you tell if a fingernail will fall off?

The bruise will remain visible for a few months until the affected portion of the nail grows out. If you suspect that your nail may fall off, or the bruise is visible on 50 percent or more of the nail, call your doctor. Your doctor may be able to help prevent the nail from falling off by relieving pressure.

How do you know if your nail is detached?

Sometimes the area of detachment turns white. Other possible associated symptoms depend on the exact cause and can include nail pitting, ridges on the nails, nail flaking or crumbling, or other types of discoloration or damage to the nail. Toenail or fingernail separation is generally painless.

How long does it take for a bruised fingernail to heal?

The healing time of a bruise under a fingernail depends on severity. The healing stages are, however, the same and you will experience the color changes discussed below. It could take anywhere between two weeks and six weeks for the bruise to clear up.

How do you heal a jammed finger?

Wrapping gauze around a jammed finger can help keep the finger in place, allowing it to properly heal. Pain killers such as aspirin are used to ease the pain of a jammed finger. Epsom salts can help with a jammed finger.

What happens when you Slam your finger?

If you slam your finger in a door or if you jam your finger in an accident, you might just have a sprain or momentary discomfort. Use an over-the-counter pain reliever, and ice your finger to relieve symptoms. Symptoms should subside within a few hours or days.

How do you remove a dead fingernail?

If you’re ready to remove a dead nail, there’s a simple process you can follow to ensure the most painless removal. Firstly, you need to clean your toes. Next, you should grab a pair of sterile nail clippers and trim the nail. Once you’ve removed what you can with the clippers, it’s time to pull away the rest.