The nipple is fleshy enough to be pierced securely behind plenty of skin to prevent rejection. That doesn’t mean a nipple piercing can‘t reject jewelry, though, especially if it’s not done properly in the first place. If the jewelry gauge is too thin or the piercing isn’t deep enough, you run the risk of rejection.
Consequently, what happens if your piercing is too small?
If you still have the feeling that the post or earring of your piercing is too small and feels too tight to the point of being in pain an probably noticing redness, swelling and lymph or even puss, you should consult a professional to have it taken out and replaced with a proper length post or ring.
Also to know is, should I pick the crust off my piercing? After the first few days your body will excrete lymph as it begins to form the fistula inside your piercing. This lymph ‘crust‘ will likely collect on the jewelry or around the piercing. Do not pick at it. Piercings do tend to swell slightly — some more than others — during healing.
