The Worst Luck?🫣 this is a subungual hematoma which can collect under the toenail and cause a lot of pressure after injury to toenails or fingernails. If the pressure builds too much, you can poke it with a needle to relieve the pressure and allow the bleeding to come out and relieve pain. 😷✅Follow @drdavidabbasi for More Daily Medical Content & Health Tips! 🌴😷Schedule a consultation to see Dr. Abbasi as a patient in Delray Beach! Visit www.primeorthocenter.com #subungualhematoma #medical #d

A subungual hematoma is a collection of blood that forms under the nail due to a tear in the nail bed. This type of hematoma most commonly occurs after an impact injury to the finger or toe, such as when stubbing a toe or jamming a finger. Immediately after the injury, the nail may look normal but within hours the blood accumulates under the nail, causing it to lift up and become discolored and swollen. The collection of blood causes severe pain. #smashedfinger #injury #diy #howthingswork #homer