Fingernail Injury
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Fingernail Injury Outlook
What to expect with fingernail injuries:
Most fingernail injuries will result in growth of a new nail within 3 months.
Severe injuries to the skin beneath the fingernail may cause permanent nail deformity.
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Finger injury
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Fingernail injury
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Last Updated: Apr 23, 2008
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Fingernail Injury References:
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Chan J, Spencer J. Adaptation to hand injury: an evolving experience. Am J Occup Ther. 2004 Mar-Apr;58(2):128-39.
Gustafsson M, Ahlstrom G. Problems experienced during the first year of an acute traumatic hand injury - a prospective study. J Clin Nurs. 2004 Nov;13(8):986-95.
