Chronic paronychia is commonly associated with fungal nail infections (known alternately as onychomycosis and tinea unguium).

Treatable by a medical professional Can usually be self-diagnosed Doesn't require lab test or imaging Can last several days or weeks More common in females Types of paronychia include: ...

An infection, or paronychia, may also develop. It can be helpful to take your own clippers and other nail tools to the salon to avoid exposure to bacteria or fungus carried on others’ nails.