can occasionally irritate or injure the tissue beneath the nail. This may result in pain, swelling, and blood trapped underneath the nail, known as a subungual hematoma.
Most minor cases improve naturally, with the discoloration gradually growing out with the nail. But severe or worsening pain, significant swelling, infection symptoms, deep wounds, or suspected fractures deserve medical attention.
Your nails may look small, but the tissue underneath them is sensitive. A little care while trimming can help prevent a minor mistake from becoming a painful injury.
