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Suggest Treatment For Redness And Swelling After Piercing Nose

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Posted on Fri, 22 Jan 2016
Question: My son has a very red inflamed nose after cleaning a new piercing with detol. I am planning on taking him to the doctor but would it be ok to use paw paw ointment to soothe the skin while waiting?
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Answered by Dr. VINAY KUMAR (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
An antibacterial preceded by cleaning with plain water recopmmended

Detailed Answer:
Hello My Dear

Welcome with your query!
I have taken note of the facts and think that the allergic reaction could either be due to the piercing material or dettol, especially when used undiluted

I get lots of patients with similar complaints and here is what I advise to them with best results:

1 Clean the area frequently but without any soap or disinfectant

2 Mupirocin ointment every four hourly

3 Anti allergic orally. Levocetrizine is a good option and i given 5 mg a day

Invariably, the results are excellent.
I am sure your doctor will examine in detail and confirm the cause by certain tests like Patch Test, if deemed fit.

I will be glad to help you, if needed.

Best wishes.
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Suggest Treatment For Redness And Swelling After Piercing Nose

Brief Answer: An antibacterial preceded by cleaning with plain water recopmmended Detailed Answer: Hello My Dear Welcome with your query! I have taken note of the facts and think that the allergic reaction could either be due to the piercing material or dettol, especially when used undiluted I get lots of patients with similar complaints and here is what I advise to them with best results: 1 Clean the area frequently but without any soap or disinfectant 2 Mupirocin ointment every four hourly 3 Anti allergic orally. Levocetrizine is a good option and i given 5 mg a day Invariably, the results are excellent. I am sure your doctor will examine in detail and confirm the cause by certain tests like Patch Test, if deemed fit. I will be glad to help you, if needed. Best wishes.