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A healthcare provider can tell you what to do for an infected ear piercing. They may recommend a variety of treatments to help heal an infected ear piercing. Ear piercing infection treatment may include: Applying a warm compress to the infected earlobe or cartilage. Cleaning the infected ear piercing with sterile saline.
9 Ιουλ 2024 · The first thing you should do if your ear piercing is infected is remove any crustiness with a cotton swab soaked in antibacterial soap or saline solution. Then, mix 1 cup (240 mL) of warm water and 3 spoonfuls of salt and apply the mixture to your infected piercing with a cotton swab.
29 Ιαν 2021 · Seek medical care for a cartilage piercing that is painful, itchy, red and swollen. For minor infections in soft tissue, take these steps: First wash your hands with soap and water.
3 Αυγ 2024 · Mildly infected ear piercings can be treated at home with a saline wash and an over-the-counter antibiotic cream. Serious infections may require oral antibiotics prescribed by a healthcare provider.
28 Μαΐ 2024 · Studies show that over-the-counter or prescription treatments containing topical antibiotics such as bacitracin or mupirocin can help with mild piercings infections. Neosporin is a popular over-the-counter antibiotic cream that contains bacitracin. If your piercing shows no signs of improvement, see your physician.
27 Νοε 2021 · Fresh ear piercings take anywhere from 4 to 6 weeks to heal. During this time, you should take the proper steps to care for your piercings to avoid infections. This means cleaning the...
15 Φεβ 2023 · You can clean your infected ear piercing with a saltwater rinse. Don’t remove the piercing or use alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, or antibiotic ointments. See a doctor if it doesn’t get better,...
