Patient's question:
Hello doctor, my nephew is only 6 months old. Yesterday, he was hit by a spring, and the entire part of his fingernail fell off, meaning the front part of his finger is gone. The doctor at the hospital said it didn't injure the bone, but since the child is so young, will it grow back, or will he need a surgery for a transplant? I'm so worried, thank you doctor.Doctor's answer:
According to your question, you don't need to worry too much. The fallen fingernails can be completely restored. Children grow and develop quickly, and they grow back relatively quickly, approximately in about 20 days. There is no need to do any grafting. Now that it's hot, just make sure it doesn't get infected. Pay attention not to get it wet, and change the dressing and sterilize more often. It is recommended to give the child a light diet and avoid using irritating medications to prevent adverse reactions after irritation.