AGNAIL Meaning and
Definition
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An agnail is a term primarily used in the context of dermatology to refer to a painful condition affecting the nail bed. It is characterized by inflammation and swelling around the base of the nail, often accompanied by redness, tenderness, and occasional pus formation. Agnail, also known as a hangnail, usually occurs when a small piece of skin tears away from the edge of the nail, leaving the sensitive area exposed and vulnerable to infection.
The condition typically arises due to various factors such as nail biting, dry skin, excessive manicuring, or exposure to harsh chemicals. Agnails can be particularly painful, as they often result in discomfort when pressure is applied or during routine activities that involve finger movement.
Prevention and appropriate care play a crucial role in managing agnails. Keeping the hands and nails well-moisturized, avoiding nail biting or picking at the skin around the nails, and using gentle techniques when trimming or filing nails can help reduce the chances of agnail formation. In case an agnail develops, it is important to keep the affected area clean and apply an antibiotic ointment to prevent infection. Soaking the finger in warm water can also provide relief and promote healing.
While agnails are generally harmless, if the inflammation, pain, or pus worsens or persists, it is advisable to consult a healthcare professional for appropriate medical intervention, as more severe cases may require antibiotics or even minor surgical procedures to drain the pus and alleviate the pain.
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A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
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A sore under the nail; a whitlow.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
Common Misspellings for AGNAIL
- zgnail
- sgnail
- wgnail
- qgnail
- afnail
- avnail
- abnail
- ahnail
- aynail
- atnail
- agbail
- agmail
- agjail
- aghail
- agnzil
- agnsil
- agnwil
- azgnail
- angail
- aenail
Etymology of AGNAIL
The word "agnail" is derived from Middle English "agnayl", which came from Old English "angnægl". This Old English term is a compound of "ang", meaning "painful", and "nægl", which translates to "nail". The term originally referred to a painful condition around the fingernail or toenail. Over time, the spelling and pronunciation evolved to become "agnail", which is still used today to describe an inflamed or infected area around a nail.
Similar spelling words for AGNAIL
- agonal,
- Agnolle,
- eggenwil,
- wagon wheel,
- agnle,
- Akineyel,
- Agnella,
- Agnolla,
- akinola,
- EGNL,
- Agnolah,
- Agnola,
- agnel,
- Equinal,
- IGNHL,
- agnello,
- akunyili,
- aguinaldo,
- Agnolo,
- agnelli,
- IGNL,
- EACNL,
- wignall,
- equanil,
- OCNLY,
- O'Connell,
- oogonial,
- equinely,
- akenial,
- OConnell,
- Agnelle,
- Akinyele,
- AKNL,
- Eikenella,
- agnelo,
- UCNL,
- agonalia.
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