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Should I Be Worried About Getting An Infection In Pierced Ear?
I re-pierced my ear (the hole had closed up so I really had to jam it through). I realized after I hadn’t cleaned the earring I used. I then realized it was one I’d gotten as a gift and it is from one of those organizations that sell jewelry from Africa. Should I be concerned?
Mon, 22 Dec 2014
Thanks for your query at HCM!
You have not mentioned how many days back you got pierced?
What about technique?
Was appropriate sterilization used?
If it has been done a week ago then there is no need to worry or take any medications.
You can just apply antibacterial ointment locally on the area.
Get vaccinated for tetanus.
Look for signs of inflammation or increasing swelling in area. If is occurs visit your physician.
Take care!
You have not mentioned how many days back you got pierced?
What about technique?
Was appropriate sterilization used?
If it has been done a week ago then there is no need to worry or take any medications.
You can just apply antibacterial ointment locally on the area.
Get vaccinated for tetanus.
Look for signs of inflammation or increasing swelling in area. If is occurs visit your physician.
Take care!
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