How do I know if my snug piercing is infected?

In some cases, the redness and swelling can spread and enlarge. These could be early

  1. uncomfortable swelling.
  2. persistent heat or warmth.
  3. severe pain.
  4. excessive bleeding.
  5. pus.
  6. bump at the front or back of the piercing.
  7. fever.

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Furthermore, how long should a snug piercing bar be?

7mm (0.28″) Ear PiercingSnug Jewellery

7mm is a nice short length for labret studs and earrings. 7mm jewellery is not really suitable for piercing with, as it does not have enough room to accommodate swelling – if you are getting pierced, buy a longer bar to start with and then downsize.

Also to know is, how do I get my ear piercing swelling to go down? Home Treatment

  1. Stop any bleeding by applying direct pressure to the piercing site.
  2. Apply a cold pack to help reduce swelling or bruising. …
  3. Wash the wound for 5 minutes, 3 or 4 times a day, with large amounts of warm water.
  4. Elevate the piercing area, if possible, to help reduce swelling.

Considering this, do I have the anatomy for a snug piercing?

This piercing is done with a curved barbell and when it is finished, one bead will almost look like a cartilage rim piercing and the other bead will sit in the conch of the ear. Some customers don’t quite have the anatomy for a snug piercing and that’s okay, we can still make it work!

Do snug piercings get infected easily?

Risks. As will all piercings, there are risks involved when getting a Snug Piercing. – There is always a risk of infection, even if proper aftercare is taken during the healing period. – The antihelix may also shift the piercing to another location.

Do snug piercings reject?

The snug piercing may be rejected by the ear, or physically pushed out. To avoid this, make sure to use titanium jewellery the first time as it is more readily accepted by the body. You can also avoid rejection by choosing a quality piercer too. … Remove the jewelry only after 6 months of healing and contact the piercer.

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