The skin around my finger is swollen and red, there is a little bit of liquid coming out when I press it. What should I do?

It sounds like you may have a paronychia, which is an infection around the nail. You can try applying an over-the-counter cream like mupirocin three times a day for 10 days. If that doesn't help, it's best to see a doctor or a podiatrist for further treatment.

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The skin around my finger is swollen and red, there is a little bit of liquid coming out when I press it. What should I do?

It sounds like you may have a paronychia, which is an infection around the nail. You can try applying an over-the-counter cream like mupirocin three times a day for 10 days. If that doesn't help, it's best to see a doctor or a podiatrist for further treatment.