Myristica. Is an excellent remedy for whitlow. It hastens sup­puration and aborts pus quickly.

Hepar Sul. This should be given after the burst of the whitlow. It will help healing. Felons around the root of the nails and the end of the fingers. The nail suppurates, loosens and comes off.

Silicea. Should be tried when Hepar Sul. fails or when the improvement in healing stops.

Ledum Pal. Whitlow caused by needle—pricks.

Dioscorea. It is also a useful remedy in whitlow.