Safe Treatment for Infected Fingertip During Pregnancy | Nail Biting Prevention

Question
Hi I have what looks like a infected finger tip ( I am a nail biter) I am also pregnant. Is a "poly sporin" type product safe for me to apply?

Answer
Yes, it is considered safe in pregnancy, but also do hot soapy water soaks 3-4 times a day for 10 minutes til it heals and rub oil into the nails and nail beds at night for the rest of your life to prevent this. This will even help you cut down on biting the nails which sometimes occurs when the nails and skin dry out at night. OK?