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Small torn pieces of skin on the side of the nail can be painful and irritating if not cared for properly. Several factors contribute to the appearance of burrs. How to properly remove hard skin, what not to do, prevention of their formation in the material below.
Causes of occurrence
Burrs are more often found on the fingers, because they are often in harsh conditions. Their appearance is facilitated by cold air and the use of alcohol-based disinfectants. During the pandemic, the habit of washing hands often developed, which leads to drying of the skin.
Another unfavorable factor is swimming in a pool with chlorinated water. The appearance of burrs and infections is caused by a poor-quality manicure, in which the cuticle is not pushed back, but not carefully cut off. The skin near the nail can tear off in those who like to bite them.
Method of treatment
To safely remove burrs, follow these steps:
- Soak your hands in warm, soapy water for 10 minutes.
- Rinse them, wipe them with a napkin.
- Apply moisturizer, especially around the nails.
- Carefully cut off burrs with sterile nippers. Do not press deeply to avoid bleeding. If this happens, apply pressure to the affected area until the bleeding stops.
- Apply moisturizer to your hands again. An antibiotic ointment is applied to the wound area to avoid infection.
What can't be done
When burrs are very annoying, there is a temptation to bite or tear them off. It is unacceptable. Nerves and blood vessels are located under the skin. Rough processing can easily provoke pain, bleeding, and cause infection. If it starts to spread, redness and suppuration will appear first. The temperature may rise, chills may appear.
A normal burr does not require a visit to the doctor. This must be done in several cases:
- Do you have diabetes.
- There is a disease that causes heavy bleeding.
- The infection moves to the nail or finger.
- The wound does not heal on its own in a week.
- The nail changes color.
How to prevent burrs
Use the tips to take care of the skin of your hands:
- Wear gloves when washing dishes and household chores.
- Do not cut the cuticle.
- Avoid using products with acetone, alcohol.
- Moisturize your hands daily.
- At night, apply a thicker cream.
