New injection shows promise for stubborn nail infections

NCT ID NCT07311759

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a new injection combining a steroid and antifungal drug against a standard topical cream for chronic paronychia, a long-lasting nail fold infection. Twenty-one adults with at least two affected fingernails on their dominant hand will receive both treatments on different fingers to see which works better. The goal is to find a more effective way to control this condition.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
Triamcinolone acetonide and fluconazole injection
What this could lead to
If successful, this could offer a more effective treatment option for chronic paronychia, potentially reducing the need for long-term topical creams.
What could go wrong
This is a small trial with only 21 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The injected treatment may cause pain or side effects, and it's unclear if it will be better than standard creams.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

As listed by the trial registrant

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Cairo University

    Cairo, Egypt