Paronychia – Acute (ALL)

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Course Curriculum
1. Which symptom is most characteristic of acute paronychia? *
2. When are antibiotics indicated in acute paronychia? *
3. Which patient group is more prone to recurrent paronychia? *
4. What is the usual location of pain in acute paronychia? *
5. Which sign differentiates acute from chronic paronychia? *
6. What should be avoided during an active episode of acute paronychia? *
7. Which topical treatment is NOT typically used in acute paronychia? *
8. Which of the following should prompt surgical drainage? *
9. Which investigation is rarely needed in acute paronychia unless recurrent or severe? *
10. What is a common predisposing factor for acute paronychia? *
11. What is the typical duration of warm water soaks recommended for acute paronychia? *
12. Which is a common fungal cause in chronic paronychia rather than acute? *
13. What systemic symptom would prompt consideration of more aggressive treatment for paronychia? *
14. Which antibiotic is commonly used for bacterial paronychia? *
15. Which occupation is more at risk of developing acute paronychia? *
16. What is the first-line treatment for uncomplicated acute paronychia? *
17. What is acute paronychia? *
18. Which complication can arise from untreated paronychia? *
19. How can recurrence of paronychia best be prevented? *
20. What is the most common causative organism of acute paronychia? *