Will a hard lump caused by a nail puncture in the foot go away on its own?
May 27, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Liu Wan
Introduction
In general, a hard lump caused by a nail puncture in the foot will not disappear on its own. The presence of a hard lump after a nail injury is usually abnormal and may result from foreign material introduced during the puncture that was not properly cleaned or removed. This can lead to pain while walking. If not treated promptly, the wound may become infected with bacteria or other microorganisms, resulting in an inflammatory hard lump, which may be accompanied by redness and swelling.
Under normal circumstances, a hard lump caused by a nail puncture in the foot will not disappear on its own. The specific analysis is as follows:
A hard lump appearing after a nail puncture is usually abnormal and may result from foreign material introduced during the injury that was not thoroughly cleaned out. This can lead to pain while walking. If not treated promptly, the wound may become infected with bacteria or other microorganisms, resulting in an inflammatory hard lump, possibly accompanied by redness and swelling. All of these situations are considered abnormal, and therefore, the localized hard lump will not resolve spontaneously. It is recommended that patients seek timely medical evaluation and treatment at a hospital to promote recovery.
After a nail puncture injury, the affected area should be immediately disinfected using iodophor solution, followed by thorough rinsing with normal saline to prevent infection. After disinfection, patients should promptly go to the hospital for a tetanus antitoxin injection to prevent tetanus. If the condition is severe, with a deep wound and residual nail fragments present, surgical intervention should be considered promptly to remove the remaining nail fragments, followed by wound closure and suturing.
