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Suggest Remedy For Pain And Pus Discharge At The Site Of Ear Piercing

I got my ear pierced 2 months ago, a little below where the cartilage starts from. It hurts only when I touch it and sometimes there s a little amount of pus occasionally, no swelling is present. this has been happening for 2 months. The stud is stainless steal. How do I deal with it?
Wed, 16 Sep 2015
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern.

As per your query you have soreness in ear after piercing . Well this is very common problem during piercing . Sometimes infection occur during piercing which do not let the wound heal properly . In case of piercing healing can take 2-4 weeks but in case of cartilage piercing it can take more then that . It has been 2 month since your ear get pierced , so its a long times I would suggest you to consult doctor for proper examination . Doctor may prescribe antibiotics . For now do not wear any ear piece and keep it clean .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Suggest Remedy For Pain And Pus Discharge At The Site Of Ear Piercing

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have soreness in ear after piercing . Well this is very common problem during piercing . Sometimes infection occur during piercing which do not let the wound heal properly . In case of piercing healing can take 2-4 weeks but in case of cartilage piercing it can take more then that . It has been 2 month since your ear get pierced , so its a long times I would suggest you to consult doctor for proper examination . Doctor may prescribe antibiotics . For now do not wear any ear piece and keep it clean . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari