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| Subject | Date Asked |
| Skin growing over nose piercing inside the nose | 2/2/2012 |
| Q: Well as I've said before got my nose pierced about over two months ago well I changed my nose screw ... A: From what you describe, the piercing is not healed, and you should have a professional do the change ... | |
| Redoing second holes? | 2/1/2012 |
| Q: I got my second set of piercings in my ear lobes about 3 years ago. However the hole on my right ear ... A: See a dermatologist for options to help you remove the scar from the old piercing that is not ... | |
| nipple piercing | 1/22/2012 |
| Q: I got my nipple pierced about 3 months ago. my left one is doing fine. the right however is giving ... A: The piercing could be infected, and salt water mix may not be enough to help. ... | |
| Problem with left earlobe piercing | 1/17/2012 |
| Q: I hope you can give me some insight and advice. About a year ago my 7 year old daughter wanted her ... A: Have you taken her to see her healthcare provider? Infection in ear piercings can progress to ... | |
| Please help my nostril (bump) | 1/11/2012 |
| Q: Well my nose piercing is about 3or4 weeks old and today I noticed a crusted area around it and I was ... A: It seems that you might have a problem with your jewelry. http://jewelry.piercing.org/ describes ... | |
| Lip piercing | 1/10/2012 |
| Q: I got my lip pierced 3 days ago and have received very mixed opinions on the after care. I got told ... A: You are correct to avoid moisturizer. There is not anything particularly good for everyone in this ... | |
| ear infection on my ear | 1/9/2012 |
| Q: is there any solutions to try to get rid of the bump i got the loops in from professional i been ... A: If you are still wearing the jewelry you were originally pierced with, first try gentler care. Some ... | |
| Lip piercing | 1/8/2012 |
| Q: I got my lip pierced 3 days ago and have received very mixed opinions on the after care. I got told ... A: There are many care suggestions that can be helpful, and some of them are conflicting, but you ... | |
| Frenum stretching.. | 1/2/2012 |
| Q: Hey Brian, Happy New Year and thanks for the service. I have a question regarding my frenum ... A: For this sort of tissue, if the jewelry or placement is not quite right, the area can develop ... | |
| Belly Piercing | 1/1/2012 |
| Q: So about 2 weeks ago I got my belly button pierced. I clean it twice a day in the shower with dial. ... A: First, don't touch your piercing or move it around, except for if absolutely needed during cleaning. ... | |
| itchy eyebrow piercing | 12/24/2011 |
| Q: let me start by saying thank you for answering all my questions these pass few weeks! i just got my ... A: Hair is not likely, rather I mention chemical irritation from hair products like shampoo and ... | |
| itchy eyebrow piercing | 12/24/2011 |
| Q: let me start by saying thank you for answering all my questions these pass few weeks! i just got my ... A: Itching could indicate that your piercing is sensitive to the aftercare you are using, the jewelry ... | |
| nose piercing | 12/17/2011 |
| Q: im thinking of getting a nose piercing but was wondering what is better to get it pierced with a ... A: Nostril jewelry, a small bar with your choice of gemstones in titanium is the most easy to heal in ... | |
| navel piercing is dry and hard to move! | 12/11/2011 |
| Q: hi this might be a dumb question but is it okay for a two week old navel piercing to be dry and hard ... A: Yes, this is normal because a new piercing will form a scab, like any other small cut or puncture ... | |
| Lip piercing infection | 12/4/2011 |
| Q: Okay, i got my spider bites, which is a lip piercing done on like a week ago, and it swelled the ... A: What you should expect from the healing process is described at ... | |
| labret piercing | 12/3/2011 |
| Q: i pierced myself 8 days ago everything is fine..no infections no pain thank god !! or naythin! But ... A: In case a piercing placement is not as intended, the sooner the jewelry is removed the better. It ... | |
| hip microdermal question | 12/3/2011 |
| Q: i have question, i am really wanting to get my hips pierced but i heard that a very skilled piercer ... A: No matter how skilled the piercer is, single point piercings and surface piercings can be risky and ... | |
| microdermal hip piercings | 12/2/2011 |
| Q: i was wondering if i could get micro-dermal hip piercings if i have a lot of stretch marks?? they ... A: Yes, you can probably have them, though they may not be stable. Single point piercings by any name, ... | |
| stretched earlobes too low | 11/27/2011 |
| Q: this is my right ear. A: From the look of this ear, it appears that either your starting point was off center, or your ... | |
| stretched earlobes too low | 11/27/2011 |
| Q: so I got my ears peirced when i was about 1 and i decided to stretch them. My left ear was at a ... A: You may be able to have this corrected by a qualified professional piercer through a process of ... | |
| Off center ear piercings noticed when enlarging to fit thicker jewelry | 11/25/2011 |
| Q: I got my ears pierced when I was really little, and I didn't realize until a year or two ago that ... A: It would be best to visit one of my colleagues nearby for a free consultation. In many cases, you ... | |
| slashed my tragus | 11/20/2011 |
| Q: okay, so i had my tragus pierced some time back (more than 6 months)..just recently though i ripped ... A: Ouch!I hope that you area able to heal the area without disfigurement. See a dermatologist or ... | |
| Tongue Piercing + canker sore | 10/28/2011 |
| Q: I got my tongue pierced a month ago and had a canker sore the next day after I got it pierced. The ... A: Have you seen your piercer for a free consultation? It might be your jewelry, it might be your ... | |
| Nostril piercing still red after 6 months | 10/20/2011 |
| Q: ..So, I got my nostril pierced about 6 months ago. I did go to reputable piercer and she placed a ... A: From what you describe, you are probably still healing. Upload or email me a picture to give me a ... | |
| Lip piercing bump | 10/17/2011 |
| Q: I got my lip piercing in late May (2011) and everything's been fine since then until a week or two ... A: and no this is not normal, but should be something that you can bounce back from. I see this mostly ... | |
| nipple piercing infected? | 10/9/2011 |
| Q: i had my nipple pierced 3 weeks ago and i have been ensuring that i keep cleaning it twice a day ... A: From what you describe, you probably broke the thin lining of tissue growing in that side by ... | |
| Industrial Piercing Swelling 8 Months Later? | 10/5/2011 |
| Q: I got my industrial piercing 8 months ago and I LOVE it. However, in the past 2 days it has been ... A: If you get sick while healing a cartilage piercing, it can become uncomfortable. Mono is awful, get ... | |
| sticky bloody bump | 10/4/2011 |
| Q: Had the piercing since Aug. This is like the 7th time i've had naval pierced. My skin apparently is ... A: From the photo it is clear that your jewelry does not have an appropriate surface finish, and from ... | |
| Navel piercing | 9/27/2011 |
| Q: Hey :) I had my navel pierced 4 months ago and I'm frightened that it may be rejecting, I can't see ... A: If the jewelry seems that it is changing position, you should have it checked by an experienced ... | |
| Thickness of jewelry (gauge size) and eventual shrinkage | 9/23/2011 |
| Q: What is the gauge size that I can go to with me ears being able to go back to normal size?? A: There are a number of factors affecting the healthy way of enlarging a piercing. The process of ... | |
| Navel piercing bump | 9/19/2011 |
| Q: I had my navel pierced on July 10 - ever since, it has been healing alright, with a little bit of ... A: It seems that you have a few good ideas of why the piercing may be irritated or infected. Stop by ... | |
| Ear Stretching. | 9/13/2011 |
| Q: I am currently at 7/16" and want to go up to a 1/2". I've been typically stretching based on ... A: http://stretching.piercing.org/ explains what I normally suggest for enlarging a piercing. I don't ... | |
| New Industrial Piercing | 9/8/2011 |
| Q: I've got 4 Cartilage piercings in my left ear and they've all healed really well, no problems with ... A: Don't panic! Hello Lauren, Some bleeding from an ear cartilage piercing can be scary or ... | |
| Ear Piercing Abscess | 9/8/2011 |
| Q: I have an ear lobe piercing that is infected and I've had difficulty getting it to heal. Recently, I ... A: A bump like this probably did not result from letting it scab, rather from injury, infection or ... | |
| Bump around tongue piercing. | 9/8/2011 |
| Q: I got my tongue pierced and have had it done for about a week or so. I'm not sure how long I've had ... A: In my experience, a hardened bump around an oral piercing could be the result of chemical ... | |
| wondering | 9/4/2011 |
| Q: i do all my friends piercing have been for about 10 years i have no licence and im trying to fugure ... A: What is it that you would like to do? In your area, there might already be legal requirements for ... | |
| recurrent lobe infection | 8/30/2011 |
| Q: I have several lobe piercings that I retired a couple of years ago (meaning, I don't wear anything ... A: The piercings probably have some sort of residue or bacterial colony in them that is acting up with ... | |
| scar tissue from monroe | 8/28/2011 |
| Q: I got my Monroe about 4 months ago but because I am in marching band it got very irritated and skin ... A: *** <b><u>To clarify:</u></b> 1. You have a bump that grew on your upper lip (monroe) piercing 2. ... | |
| help! | 8/24/2011 |
| Q: I've had my tangus piercing for a year already. And I just ripped out and spilt my ear what should I ... A: Sorry to hear about your accident! I hope that your tragus repairs itself rapidly. Cartilage ... | |
| cartilige piercing lump the same color as skin | 8/20/2011 |
| Q: I got my cartilage pierced about two months ago and it never healed. It still hurts and a small lump ... A: The lump is likely caused by irritation and as I described, there are a number of sources that you ... | |
| cartilige piercing lump the same color as skin | 8/18/2011 |
| Q: I got my cartilage pierced about two months ago and it never healed. It still hurts and a small lump ... A: Your cartilage will take much more than 2 months to heal, so don't worry too much at this stage in ... | |
| Tongue piercing | 8/17/2011 |
| Q: I just recently got venom bites *basically two tongue rings* and one of my tongue ring HURTS while ... A: Off center tongue piercings pass through muscle fibers, and usually are more tender than the average ... | |
| torn belly piercing | 8/16/2011 |
| Q: Is there a way to repair a torn naval piercing? My naval now has two miniature elephant ears - so ... A: See a dermatologist or a plastic surgeon for thorough repair options. A qualified professional ... | |
| piercing | 8/11/2011 |
| Q: i used to work at claires accessories about 10 years ago and got a certificate for ear piercing. i ... A: Learning piercing has become much more complicated with its growing popularity. That certificate ... | |
| 2 day old industrial | 8/11/2011 |
| Q: Took a shower and my ear was burning like crazy! Was it most likely my shampoo? I mean I dont know ... A: Don't worry! http://care.piercing.org/ describes how you can cover your ear with a plastic cup while ... | |
| Time for basic certification? Yes, join the APP and/or APT | 8/9/2011 |
| Q: At least in terms of bbp, sterilization, disinfection, and some other possibly agreed upon mostly ... A: Toast, I agree with the idea that a minimum standard should be upheld by professionals. This is ... | |
| Starter Earring Stuck in Hole | 8/8/2011 |
| Q: I got my lobe pierced about a year ago. Everything was going well with the piercing, until ... A: I'm glad that you were able to solve your worry. As far as the size you wear from this point ... | |
| Starter Earring Stuck in Hole | 8/7/2011 |
| Q: I got my lobe pierced about a year ago. Everything was going well with the piercing, until ... A: Where are you located? Perhaps I can refer you to a qualified professional in your area for a free ... | |
| Small Gauge Scalpling | 7/30/2011 |
| Q: Hey there. I've had my first earlobe piercings for over 20 years now and decided to start stretching ... A: You are probably correct in assuming that the enlargement will amplify the asymmetry. ... | |
| Is ear gauging permanent if you stop at 2 gauge? | 7/30/2011 |
| Q: So I started gauging my ears a while ago, and I got up to a 2 gauge hole. I had the 2s in for a few ... A: I can tell that you care very much about your daughter's future appearance, as a parent should. At ... | |
| Small Gauge Scalpling | 7/29/2011 |
| Q: Hey there. I've had my first earlobe piercings for over 20 years now and decided to start stretching ... A: It might be possible to correct the placement, or have a dermatologist close them for you to start ... | |
| Nipple piercing | 7/25/2011 |
| Q: I've had my nipple piercings for about 4 months and have had a pretty normal healing process so far. ... A: It seems to me that the switch was far too early. Your piercings were probably not healed enough to ... | |
| Belly Button | 7/20/2011 |
| Q: I got my belly button pierced at this tattoo place called Thinkin Ink almost 4 months ago. The only ... A: There should not be a coating on your jewelry, however http://jewelry.piercing.org/ explains quality ... | |
| Yellowish looking tongue? | 7/20/2011 |
| Q: I got my tongue pierced on Friday and it is now Wednesday. My tongue isn't really swollen anymore ... A: The discoloration of the discharge could be from your food or something else, like smoking. It is ... | |
| ear piercing on minors | 7/15/2011 |
| Q: My 3 year old daughter whom i share legal joint custody, recently came from her mothers with her ... A: I appreciate your concern for your child's well being. Piercing your own child's ears is not ... | |
| Tragus bumps | 7/14/2011 |
| Q: I've had my tragus pierced for about 3 months now but am still having problems with it. When it was ... A: From what you describe, this may be infection, not just irritation. You can continue to treat it ... | |
| Piercing recovery | 7/14/2011 |
| Q: I got my nose pierced a month ago and everything was fine and dandy till i started to notice a small ... A: Often a piercing done at an angle to the tissue other than perpendicular, or with a slightly ... | |
| vertical hood piercing | 7/12/2011 |
| Q: I have just recently gotten a vertical hood piercing about 2 days ago. Everything was fine. I was ... A: This could just be a bruise. A close, clear photo would help determine what might be the cause. You ... | |
| Belly Button | 7/12/2011 |
| Q: I got my belly button pierced at this tattoo place called Thinkin Ink almost 4 months ago. The only ... A: Most common navel jewelry is 14g (1.6mm)and it is unusual that a piercer would have used anything ... | |
| Industrial | 7/6/2011 |
| Q: I got an industrial piercing almost six months ago. I thought it was healing fine because it had ... A: From the look of it, you should be able to have something new and interesting done at a different ... | |
| Old ear piercing still not healed | 7/6/2011 |
| Q: Years and years ago I got my ear lobes pierced. We had some difficulty with infection but eventually ... A: It could be infection or allergy. Warm and moist Georgia weather can keep the area sweaty, which can ... | |
| Industrial | 7/5/2011 |
| Q: I got an industrial piercing almost six months ago. I thought it was healing fine because it had ... A: The upper piercing may have been damaged, infected or could have been done at an angle that was not ... | |
| Sterling silver | 7/3/2011 |
| Q: My friend recently gave me a pair of sterling silver earrings that she made by hand to celebrate me ... A: As beautiful as sterling silver looks, it is not a safe material for extended wear. ... | |
| Helix dilemma | 7/1/2011 |
| Q: I've had my helix pierced for almost 7months now, the first 3 month was healing up pretty good so i ... A: If you replace the jewelry with a titanium post, stop changing the jewelry, and continue your ... | |
| belly piercing | 6/30/2011 |
| Q: i ve had my belly pierced for a few months now. and yesterday noticed that some of what im assuming ... A: It sounds like you are aware of the sweating and damage that caused this bump to appear. It can get ... | |
| Lip piercing | 6/28/2011 |
| Q: I got my left bottom lip pierced a little over 3 weeks ago. It was healing really good, the piercer ... A: Yes, go back to the shop and have the longer bar sterilized and reinserted for you. Although some ... | |
| lump | 6/28/2011 |
| Q: I got my nose pierced for the second time (there are 2 studs on one side of my nose), and a little ... A: Often a piercing done at an angle to the tissue other than perpendicular, or with a slightly ... | |
| medusa piercing | 6/25/2011 |
| Q: i got a medusa piercing about two months ago and just recently noticed a small bump in the inside of ... A: This lump is likely to be scar tissue from the damage that you describe. Oral tissue rarely forms ... | |
| Tragus Piercing | 6/19/2011 |
| Q: I have had my tragus piercing for a little over a month now, and it has always secreted a little ... A: Since your piercing is just over a month old, what you describe seems normal. It may be a bit ... | |
| Belly Button piercing done wrong? or just my "body type"? | 6/18/2011 |
| Q: So I got my belly button pierced 4 days ago for my birthday and I am not happy with it. The piercing ... A: From the picture, it looks like a normal type of placement as far as navel piercings go, with ... | |
| Why is my 6 week old belly button piercing bleeding? | 6/17/2011 |
| Q: Approx 6 weeks ago i had my belly button pierced and its never bled or oozed but When i went to ... A: The simple answer is that your piercing is not fully healed, so it can bleed if injured. A six week ... | |
| How long before repiercing after injury | 6/15/2011 |
| Q: I got my ear lobes pierced at a tattoo parlor. They placed in what I think is called a small ... A: Generally, the longer you wait after injury, the better chances you have to repierce. If it is ... | |
| How long before repiercing after injury | 6/15/2011 |
| Q: I got my ear lobes pierced at a tattoo parlor. They placed in what I think is called a small ... A: If the area is getting better now, it may be safe to have a qualified professional piercer take a ... | |
| Ear Lobe Piercing | 6/10/2011 |
| Q: Ok so right now it's almost Friday and I pierced my ear this past Saturday. I know all the risky ... A: Yes, it does seem that your piercings may be infected. *Clearly you understand that you took a ... | |
| Piercing | 6/8/2011 |
| Q: I decided to have my friend pierce my monroe for me. However, the inside is blue/purple and red. I ... A: The risks involved with piercing are best avoided by visiting a qualified professional piercer : ... | |
| Cartilage piercing | 6/6/2011 |
| Q: I got my cartilage pierced with a gun and I really want to gauge it with a CBR or just a regular ... A: Gun post thickness is often between size 20 and size 18. The thickness of the metal can be measured ... | |
| I think my ears are infected | 6/5/2011 |
| Q: Bah humbug. I got my ears pierced for a second time in my lobe about 2 months ago, so now I have 2 ... A: Yes, it does seem that your piercings may be infected. *It is very important that you do not touch a ... | |
| Bellybutton piercing through scar tissue | 6/5/2011 |
| Q: In February 2010 I had surgery where they removed part of my colon. Now I have a foot long scar that ... A: It depends on the surgical scar. In most cases piercing is not the problem, as most any are can be ... | |
| Tragus Piercing | 6/4/2011 |
| Q: Brian - I got a tragus piercing a little over a month ago. I had been going to the gym and using ... A: If your tragus has a bump, it is possible that the pressure and friction from the headphones, may ... | |
| piercing bumps | 6/3/2011 |
| Q: I had my earlobes pierced for the first time in DECEMBER. I went to an APP member studio. He used ... A: Each piercer will tend to have their own opinion based on their observations and experience. In my ... | |
| lip percing | 6/3/2011 |
| Q: got the monroe done and now my lip is black and blue inside and out, could this be from the things ... A: The bruising is from broken blood vessels. It could be from rough handling or an unluckily misplaced ... | |
| Complicated midwifery 1 | 5/18/2011 |
| Q: What is ear piercing? Its technique,principle,standard,guideline,when to carryout and complication. A: Start with the information at www.safepiercing.org from the Association of Professional Piercers. ... | |
| cartilage piercings painful & red | 5/16/2011 |
| Q: I have had a cartilage piercing on one ear for over a year now and felt little pain with it. I ... A: Placement tends to be the most important aspect of pain with piercings. Cartilage (chondracyte ... | |
| white lump on new tongue piercing | 5/15/2011 |
| Q: i got my tongue piercing about a month ago, and on the bottom of the piercing is a white ring and ... A: This could be irritation or infection. Infection is pretty unlikely. Most of the time when we see a ... | |
| Labret stud | 5/13/2011 |
| Q: im Nuwan from Sri Lanka, i got my labret stud done a week ago,but lately i have been experiencing ... A: The bleeding is not surprising if you move the jewelry around while it is new, like breaking any ... | |
| Pus from forcefully enlarged ear??? | 4/25/2011 |
| Q: I know I am not gauging my ears the correct way... but i decided to speed up the process.... and now ... A: The best solution to help your damaged piercings recover fastest would be: 1. Let them shrink a ... | |
| Navel Piercing (discolored, want to remove it) | 4/22/2011 |
| Q: It is also purple-ish colored darker than my skin color. Is it normal and what can i do to make the ... A: Heat, swelling, redness (or purple color), pain and discolored discharge are the most common signs ... | |
| tragus piercing bleeding | 4/14/2011 |
| Q: i got my tragus pirecing done yesterday afternoon and after cleaning it today and moving dry blood ... A: Don't worry! Rest, ice, compression with sterile gauze and elevation are the suggested first aid ... | |
| Double Flare Plugs | 4/14/2011 |
| Q: I was wondering if any size of double flare plugs make your earlobe hole smaller? Say if the ends ... A: No, double flare plugs do not tend to make holes smaller. You will notice that your piercing will ... | |
| RAISED BUMP TO FRONT OF TONGUE PIERCING | 4/13/2011 |
| Q: U HAD SAID PREVIOUSLY THAT U DIDNT SEE THE UNDERNEATH OF THE PIERCING TO KNOW WHAT THE POSSIBLE ... A: It depends on your health, eating, drink, drug and smoking habits. Compare it to the time it takes ... | |
| RAISED BUMP TO FRONT OF TONGUE PIERCING | 4/13/2011 |
| Q: U HAD SAID PREVIOUSLY THAT U DIDNT SEE THE UNDERNEATH OF THE PIERCING TO KNOW WHAT THE POSSIBLE ... A: "Migrating" is just a euphemism for tearing through from a tilted piercing to a relatively ... | |
| lump to front of tongue piercing | 4/11/2011 |
| Q: i had my tongue pierced and a month after doing so there was this lump that came up to the front of ... A: Since the pictures don't give me a clear view of the bottom ball and the placement, it is not ... | |
| lump to front of tongue piercing | 4/10/2011 |
| Q: i had my tongue pierced and a month after doing so there was this lump that came up to the front of ... A: From the picture, it appears that you still have some localized swelling and that can cause a ... | |
| eyebrow jewelry length | 4/9/2011 |
| Q: what's the typical length for eyebrow jewelry? I'm ordering a new one online and there's 5/16" and ... A: Do not order jewelry online if you have not measured your existing piercing accurately. It is all ... | |
| Tongue piercing | 4/8/2011 |
| Q: I was born w/ my tongue connected (meaning: I can't lift it up) but I can flip it from side to side ... A: I've never seen a tongue that I could not pierce. The tongue webbing does not pose an obstacle for ... | |
| nipple piercing advice | 4/8/2011 |
| Q: I am a D cup and I was reading a post on straight versus curved. You said straight is better. I have ... A: The piercing goes in one side and comes out the other, barring some very unlikely internal ... | |
| Nose Piercing Sinking | 4/6/2011 |
| Q: So I got my nose pierced...with a gun..and it doesnt hurt at all, thank god...BUT my stud seems to ... A: "Gun" jewelry is not appropriate for nostril piercing, and can embed in your skin because of the ... | |
| Healed cheek piercing | 4/4/2011 |
| Q: I've had my cheeks pierced for four years now with no problems other than the occasional infection ... A: This looks like it could either be scar tissue that developed from previous infection or a sort of ... | |
| Snake Eyes | 4/4/2011 |
| Q: i had my snake eyes for a month now and notice a white bump on my tongue near one of ball. Also i ... A: The raised white bump of tissue could signal irritation or infection, though infection in your ... | |
| Vertical Hood Piercing | 4/1/2011 |
| Q: I first had my hood pierced (vertical) about 4 years ago. The piercing was very shallow and neat ... A: The first step would be to leave jewelry out of the piercing and allow it to contract as much as it ... | |
| nipple piercings | 4/1/2011 |
| Q: i got my nipples pierced 2 weeks ago the first days were uncomftarble the pain went away but now its ... A: Heat, swelling, redness, pain and discolored or smelly discharge can all be signs of infection. ... | |
| gauge size | 3/27/2011 |
| Q: I have tunnels in zero size right now but i want to go bigger. I was wondering how big i can go so ... A: At this point, it may not be possible for the holes to close at all, though they will surely ... | |
| Removal of body piercings | 3/25/2011 |
| Q: If body piercing removal tools are used on more than one person in a congregate living situation, ... A: There is not anything reasonable or effective for home cleaning or reprocessing of tools for reuse ... | |
| industrial piercing | 3/24/2011 |
| Q: i got an industrial piercing about a month and a half ago and its been completely fine apart from ... A: It may simply be that the angles are not aligned, and that the single bar should be replaced by two ... | |
| puffiness and swelling of naval ring | 3/20/2011 |
| Q: I could really use your help. I just got my naval pierced for the second time. I waited nine months ... A: Gentle aftercare and quality jewelry are important : care.piercing.org and jewelry.piercing.org ... | |
| eyebrow piercing; to do or not to do? | 3/18/2011 |
| Q: ) I've been wanting to pierce my eyebrow for awhile, but i'm scared it will get infected. I pierced ... A: A trusted colleague of mine refers you to http://www.facebook.com/binho.barduzzi He's in Lisbon, and ... | |
| eyebrow piercing; to do or not to do? | 3/18/2011 |
| Q: ) I've been wanting to pierce my eyebrow for awhile, but i'm scared it will get infected. I pierced ... A: Bom día Patricia, As you have probably read, a piercing needs to be done safely with sterile ... | |
| Nose piercing bump | 3/16/2011 |
| Q: My nose piercing is about two months old and I have a smallish bump right underneath the jewelry on ... A: If you have a bump, and it does not go away easily with simple aftercare and quality jewelry, a ... | |
| Possible ear infection? | 3/6/2011 |
| Q: I got my upper ear pierced about 7 months ago and so far I have not had any problems with it. But ... A: It is possible that the jewelry does not conform to quality and safety standards as described at ... | |
| nipple piercing | 3/4/2011 |
| Q: my husband and i have been concidering getting my nipples pierced but i have a few concerns. i have ... A: Nipple piercings can be done for just about any size or shape. The experience with a qualified ... | |
| Bleeding lip piercing | 3/4/2011 |
| Q: I got my lip pierced about two weeks ago. Everything was just fine, and I was cleaning it the way my ... A: Heat, swelling, redness, pain and discolored discharge are the most common signs of infection. ... | |
| Nose piercing | 3/2/2011 |
| Q: I had my nose pierced 2 days ago at a professional piercing studio. I was given good aftercare ... A: In my experience, having successfully switched thousands of new nostril piercings for customers who ... | |
| daith piercing | 2/23/2011 |
| Q: i own and operate a tattoo/piercing studio in alberta canada . recently i had a customer stop by ... A: It is possible that infection or damage to the cranial or facial nerves could cause pain or other ... | |
| New Rook Piercing | 2/18/2011 |
| Q: I got my right rook pierced about a week ago and the pain seems to be getting worse. The pain is ... A: Try http://care.piercing.org/ gentle aftercare, and frequent cold compresses [a soft ice pack, such ... | |
| Infection of the cartilage ?? | 2/16/2011 |
| Q: 6 weeks ago I got my ear cartilage pierced. I kept it clean twice a day with the cleaner they gave ... A: After 6 weeks a cartilage piercing is not usually healed enough for a change of jewelry. In this ... | |
| MicroDermals | 2/11/2011 |
| Q: i have two microdermals in my chest and iv had them for 1-2 months and the bottom one gets a bit red ... A: Any piercing can get irritated during the healing process. At <90 days they are probably not healed, ... | |
| Scars/swelling from dimple piercings | 2/10/2011 |
| Q: I plan on getting my cheeks pierced in a couple months, and I was just wondering how bad will the ... A: Scars and swelling vary from person to person substantially, and your jewelry quality, placement and ... | |
| Rejected navel piercing repierced with problems | 2/10/2011 |
| Q: Last year I got my naval pierced and it rejected. I waited a year to re pierce my naval. My piercer ... A: I would not qualify a re-piercing in a previously rejected area as more likely to stay simply ... | |
| ear piercing problems | 2/8/2011 |
| Q: got my ear lobe pierced in december but i had to go to school so i took out the earring after 3 ... A: Anything you put in a piercing, especially while healing should meet http://jewelry.piercing.org/ ... | |
| Can you help me | 2/8/2011 |
| Q: I've had my pa for about a year now. It was peirced at a 6ga since then I've stretched it to a 0ga. ... A: Drop to a smaller size, at least back to 2g or whatever size last you started the stretch from to ... | |
| infection or ulcer? | 2/5/2011 |
| Q: I've had my tongue pierced for about 5 years and never had any problems with it at all, but the ... A: An infection on a piercing this old is very uncommon. Did you recently remove or change the ... | |
| Monroe stud too small? | 2/1/2011 |
| Q: I got a Monroe piercing about 5 weeks ago and the swelling has gone down. I had to buy a clear ... A: Try my colleagues at: http://www.body-piercing.com.au/ www.polymorphbodypiercing.com.au/ ... | |
| Monroe stud too small? | 2/1/2011 |
| Q: I got a Monroe piercing about 5 weeks ago and the swelling has gone down. I had to buy a clear ... A: It seems as if you can tell it is too short. I'm not satisfied with the quality of any of those ... | |
| Infected Nipple Piercing | 2/1/2011 |
| Q: I got my nipples pierced two years ago and one of my piercings got infected. It looked like a red, ... A: The returning infection is likely from colonized jewelry. http://jewelry.piercing.org/ explains ... | |
| crooked dermal piercings | 1/31/2011 |
| Q: my wife had a dermal piercing redone today. the problem is when she had it done the dermail was ... A: It would be worth giving your piercer another chance. It is possible that the skin structure is ... | |
| cartilage piercing infection? | 1/30/2011 |
| Q: I got my cartilage pierced around 6 days ago and it was fine after, until 2 days ago, a few strands ... A: You should only remove jewelry when a doctor tells you to, and when an ER doctor tells you to, it is ... | |
| Can My Clitoral Hood Piercing Be Reinserted? | 1/26/2011 |
| Q: Can a previously pierced clitoris(hooded) be re-pierced once it has closed up? I took the piercing ... A: In my experience the piercing can nearly always be reopened with the correct tapered guide. The ... | |
| badly done piercing for 3 month old | 1/25/2011 |
| Q: I took my 3 month old daughter to get her ear pierced and the lady had actually pierced her ear and ... A: It is probable that your piercer was not qualified. There are no certifications for professional ... | |
| belly button bars | 1/24/2011 |
| Q: I've had my belly button pierced for years but I still don't know what lengh bar I am using. I found ... A: I would not suggest any of these. The quality of the materials is not up to appropriate safety ... | |
| belly button bars | 1/24/2011 |
| Q: I've had my belly button pierced for years but I still don't know what lengh bar I am using. I found ... A: Curved jewelry is measured by the distance straight across between the balls. Common sizes are 8, 10 ... | |
| badly done piercing for 3 month old | 1/23/2011 |
| Q: I took my 3 month old daughter to get her ear pierced and the lady had actually pierced her ear and ... A: You should be able to remove the jewelry yourself and let the area heal. Follow up with a visit to ... | |
| ear strech gone wrong | 1/22/2011 |
| Q: so, i streched my ear up to 10mm and had it for 3-4 years now,its still not fully healled.but the ... A: http://stretching.piercing.org/ explains my suggestions for enlarging a piercing gently with ... | |
| tongue piercing | 1/19/2011 |
| Q: I had a kidney transplant in 2006. and of course take many drugs that suppress my immune system. ... A: You should discuss this with your healthcare provider. I would not suggest that you get any new ... | |
| Ear piercings | 1/18/2011 |
| Q: How many different ways can someone SAFELY pierce their ears, at the same time? What types of ear ... A: This question is pretty general, but here are some links to help: ... | |
| tongue piercing | 1/13/2011 |
| Q: I very recently got my tounge pierced, and it hurt so much that i took it out the day i got it ... A: This is probably the same response your tongue and other oral tissues would have from injury. The ... | |
| tongue piercing. | 1/13/2011 |
| Q: I very recently got my tounge pierced, and it hurt so much that i took it out the day i got it ... A: If the piercing was done with all sterilized single use items, you should not have to worry about ... | |
| Eyebrow piercing | 1/12/2011 |
| Q: and thanks in advance for your time. Getting right on with it then, I think I might like to get an ... A: My colleague Ashley Misako works about an hour from you just over the border in Missouri. It would ... | |
| Eyebrow piercing | 1/12/2011 |
| Q: and thanks in advance for your time. Getting right on with it then, I think I might like to get an ... A: Glad to help, Depending on where you are located, I may be able to refer you to an experienced ... | |
| is my industrial infected? | 1/7/2011 |
| Q: i got my industrial done about 3weeks ago. it still swollen badly. the top hole doesnt hurt as much ... A: Redness, swelling, heat, pain and discolored discharge generally indicate infection. A clear picture ... | |
| vertical hood piercing still sore after a few weeks | 1/6/2011 |
| Q: I got a vertical hood piercing about 5 weeks ago and I am having discomfort when I urinate and ... A: Other than some normal sensitivity in the first week or two, the piercing should quickly normalize. ... | |
| snake eyes tongue piercing | 1/2/2011 |
| Q: i wanted to get a snake eyes tongue piercing and i wanted it to have curved jewelry to be more ... A: My colleague Johnny does good work at Native Rituals http://goo.gl/MlOvR The major issues are ... | |
| belly button bubble | 1/2/2011 |
| Q: I have gotten my belly button pierced in the beginning of October, at first, it was fine. After i ... A: Without a picture, it is difficult to know what kind of bump you have. In this case, the new piece ... | |
| snake eyes tongue piercing | 1/1/2011 |
| Q: i wanted to get a snake eyes tongue piercing and i wanted it to have curved jewelry to be more ... A: I suggest loose straight barbell jewelry for healing, and that you make sure to have it shortened by ... | |
| Vertical hood piercing | 12/29/2010 |
| Q: I had my hood pierced 3 years ago, upon having my third child my doctor advised me to take the ... A: There is an exceptionally good chance that the jewelry will be easy to reinsert with a tapered ... | |
| Tongue Scarring | 12/28/2010 |
| Q: I've recently gotten my tongue pierced. Ive had it for almost a month now. My tongue was swollen for ... A: It appears that the piercing was off center and possibly misplaced as you mentioned. The procedure ... | |
| Ear Cartilage Piercing | 12/28/2010 |
| Q: I am constantly being told how bad it is to get a rim piercing with a gun, but I would like to know ... A: The enormity of the health risks due to gun piercing should not be understated. The problems are ... | |
| Frenum piercing 'accident' | 12/24/2010 |
| Q: A few weeks ago I caught my frenum piercing and ripped the surrounding skin, it's all healed now but ... A: This tear and the resulting enlarged hole are not likely to contract with this sort of piercing. A ... | |
| Nose piercing | 12/23/2010 |
| Q: I pierced my nose a couple of years ago and recently put the stud back in. It doesn't hurt to the ... A: Heat, swelling, redness, pain and discolored discharge are usually signs of infection. *HOWEVER if ... | |
| nose piercing bleeding/care | 12/23/2010 |
| Q: I would like to get your advice in how to clean my nose piercing with what I may have at home. I ... A: Bleeding could indicate that your jewelry is being moved enough to damage the opening of the ... | |
| navel piercing | 12/22/2010 |
| Q: I love all piercings but my favorite is the navel piercing. Ive had it re-pierced 2 additional times ... A: From what you describe, it seems to me that your first two piercings were superficial or misplaced, ... | |
| Re-piercing Navel | 12/22/2010 |
| Q: so I had my bellybutton pierced for about three or four years, but I had to take it out for an ... A: The piercing, once healed is not likely to ever close on it's own. *In many cases, a skilled ... | |
| ear blowout | 12/19/2010 |
| Q: so , i stretched my ears from 2g to 0g. and it was fine for 2 nights , i slept on the one ear though ... A: It is best that you let the piercing shrink a size or two to stabilize. An eyelet or plug with a ... | |
| Tongue piercing | 12/18/2010 |
| Q: I've had my tongue piercing for about a month and two weeks and i noticed i have this white bump ... A: It does appear that your piercing is: 1. irritated [probably will get better quickly], 2. off ... | |
| Multiple piercings on the same day | 12/9/2010 |
| Q: I'm getting my second hole on my ears done tomorrow, above my gauged first holes, those are at a ... A: Two or three piercings in the same day is a very common arrangement. As for enlarging your ears, I ... | |
| belly peircing scar | 12/8/2010 |
| Q: heey, i just wanted to no i had my belly periced the day before school started this year, when i ... A: It is possible that you'll need to see a dermatologist to treat the scar prior to attempting to ... | |
| Ear lobe piercings not healing 5+ Months | 12/5/2010 |
| Q: I got my lobes pierced more then 5 months ago. I have 2 stainless steel posts in each ear. They do ... A: It is possible that the jewelry is not suitable for the piercing, or that you are sensitive to the ... | |
| Labret Piercing | 11/25/2010 |
| Q: I have a question about my lip piercing. I just got it pierced last night at a professional piercing ... A: Try more ice, and stop by the studio for a longer post right away. A bit of dental wax can be used ... | |
| re-piercing nose | 11/22/2010 |
| Q: I had my nose pierced for couple years now, but my nose stud had fallen out and before i could put ... A: Stop by the studio for a free consultation - you may be pleasantly surprised to know that we very ... | |
| Navel piercing | 11/18/2010 |
| Q: I got my navel piercing done over a year ago and the skin got so stretched I cant even wear a ring ... A: Stop by the studio for a free consultation. See a dermatologist if the problem gets worse. ... | |
| bump on my rook piercing | 11/17/2010 |
| Q: I've had my left rook pierced for almost seven months. I got it pierced with a 16g surgical ... A: Without a closer look, it can be difficult to determine the best care for an irritated or scarred ... | |
| Monroe piercing | 11/17/2010 |
| Q: I had my piercing in for about a year and a half now... its kind of like my gum has grown over the ... A: It seems that you have been wearing jewelry with a small disc inside or may have damaged or ... | |
| piercings | 11/10/2010 |
| Q: I was thinking about getting a micro dermal piercing but i play basketball so i am kinda unsure ... A: I would not suggest an easily damaged piercing such as this for any person active in sports. The ... | |
| nose piercing | 11/9/2010 |
| Q: i got my nose pierced last December and had no problems with it until recently. I have developed a ... A: If you have a bump, and it does not go away easily with simple aftercare and quality jewelry, a ... | |
| Triple Corkscrew Healing Time Approx? | 11/9/2010 |
| Q: I just got my triple corkscrew done a few days ago. Just curious as to how long it could take for ... A: You may find that these cartilage piercings are slow healing, up to a year in some cases. They do ... | |
| Broken link | 11/7/2010 |
| Q: I'm very eager to see your aftercare instructions but the link appears to be broken; would you ... A: We just updated the site, and are updating links. http://piercing.org/care redirects to our simple ... | |
| Scar removal/reduction for former lip piercing | 11/7/2010 |
| Q: So i got my lip pierced twice, and both times it scared pretty good. i was wandering if thre was ... A: If you have no plans to wear jewelry in these holes again, seek the advice of a dermatologist or ... | |
| Vertical Hood Piercing (is this normal) | 10/31/2010 |
| Q: I got my vertical hood piercing three days ago. The place I went to was professional and clean but ... A: Useful and thorough aftercare instructions from my studio are here: ... | |
| Crooked Navel Re-Piercing | 10/28/2010 |
| Q: my daughter had her navel pierced 10 days ago. The piercer had trouble getting the needle through, ... A: It might be fine in 3 weeks to 3 months. It depends on the healing factors for your daughter. If ... | |
| 2nd ear lobe piercing?? | 10/28/2010 |
| Q: Okay, so I decided to pierce my ear lobes again. I did everything, I burned the needle and then ... A: I understand it can be difficult to try to pierce yourself, especially with a needle that is ... | |
| Navel piercing | 10/26/2010 |
| Q: I want to get my navel pierced, but haven't been able to find anyone who can recommend a place to ... A: We do have an APP member in Buffalo at The Cowpok 177 Elmwood Ave. Buffalo, NY 14201 Phone: ... | |
| piercings | 10/21/2010 |
| Q: i have a healed VCH piercing and i wanted to kno if its ok to put belly barbels in the hole wen ... A: See the following link for an explanation of how to determine if your jewelry choice is safe for ... | |
| took out nipple piercings | 10/20/2010 |
| Q: Hey Brian I recently took out my nipple piercings that I have had for about 2 years. I was ... A: Since you have had them for 2 years, they are healed, and will shrink on their own. The channel of ... | |
| is it bad? | 10/18/2010 |
| Q: is t bad to pierce ur own lip at the age of 13 thats kinda what i did and my mom didnt know and i ... A: Infection, scarring and problems with placement and jewelry tend to be the biggest issues with ... | |
| Earlobe stretching: Blowout - How to recover? | 10/16/2010 |
| Q: I'm at 3/4ths, and my left ear is blow out pretty bad ( from taping WAY too fast) Dumb, I know. I'm ... A: Good idea to downsize, also to tuck under, and to facilitate the recovery, wear jewelry with very ... | |
| Microdermal | 10/14/2010 |
| Q: I have been doing SSS at least once a day some times twice with chamomile tea and keeping a ... A: Redness, swelling, pain, heat and discolored discharge are the most common signs of infection. They ... | |
| hiding a rook piercing | 10/11/2010 |
| Q: i've been wanting to get a rook piercing in one ear. i got it all lined up and i got the money for ... A: Although small jewelry and keeping your hair down over the area might help, moms seem to have an ... | |
| Navel (Bellybutton) Piercing, Infection or something else? | 10/5/2010 |
| Q: I had my navel pierced more or less a month and a half ago. A few days later, a bump started to form ... A: From the photo, it appears that the jewelry is not unusually small. If you ordered a new piece, make ... | |
| Dry skin around enlarged piercings | 10/4/2010 |
| Q: got a question for ya. I've been gauging my ears for a few years now; one is a size 2, the other a ... A: Your jewelry for enlarged ear piercings should be removed before you bathe, allowing you to clean ... | |
| flesh tunnels | 10/2/2010 |
| Q: I stretched my ears pretty quickly when i was younger to put in tunnels, i'm trying to let them ... A: The scar tissue can be removed affordably by a dermatologist or healthcare provider by a minor ... | |
| industrial piercing | 10/2/2010 |
| Q: hey. i got my first piercing (industrial) 4 months ago and i had no problems. the past couple of ... A: This seems like you could be describing an infection. See a dermatologist or your healthcare ... | |
| Is my tragus piercing too shallow | 9/30/2010 |
| Q: I had my tragus pierced and I absolutely love it. But when I had got it done I'm afraid it migrated. ... A: I apologize for the delay, I have been traveling abroad to teach at conventions. From the photo, ... | |
| New ear piercing and sports.... | 9/25/2010 |
| Q: My 8 year old niece just got her ears pierced a couple weeks ago and has now just started playing ... A: Each time they are removed, if the piercings are not fully healed, the tissue will swell closed. ... | |
| Brass piercing | 9/21/2010 |
| Q: I know brass isnt the greatest idea, but at the moment I have a brass nail in my freshly pierced ... A: You have made it clear that you know this is not a reasonable replacement for jewelry. You are much ... | |
| clear stud | 9/17/2010 |
| Q: Hey there, getting my lip pierced in afew weeks and was just wondering if it was okay to get it done ... A: I mention the plastic products available in my http://jewelry.piercing.org/ quality description ... | |
| NAVEL PIERCING | 9/16/2010 |
| Q: I HAVE GOING MY BELLY PIERCE TWICE FOR THE PAST 2 YEARS AND DON'T KNOW IF MY BODY EJECTING THE ... A: This could be from a number of issues: -The shape of the area and the jewelry may not be ... | |
| Infant Ear Piercing | 9/13/2010 |
| Q: I got my 3 month old daughter's ear's pierced yesterday and found that the left piercing is pointing ... A: The area should be fully healed before you reattempt to pierce the ear. This tends to take longer ... | |
| Labret piercing, possible infection | 9/12/2010 |
| Q: I got my labret piercing a few months ago and I haven't really had any problems with it until now. I ... A: It seems that you are well on your way following your doctor's previous advice. In most cases, the ... | |
| Bumps on cartilage [industrial, scaffold] piercing | 9/11/2010 |
| Q: I got my scaffold piercing back in June and it has bumps growing around it and I guess I have been ... A: Try gentler care as described at http://care.piercing.org/ and see a dermatologist for treatment. ... | |
| Another cartilage question | 9/11/2010 |
| Q: Sorry, but your answer gave me another question. You said that the piercing shrinks if you take the ... A: The answer to your second question is subjective and varies from person to person based on the ... | |
| Cartilage Piercing | 9/10/2010 |
| Q: I was hoping you could answer a quick question for me regarding cartilage (helix) piercing. Once ... A: A piercing will not close if it is fully healed, but it will shrink a lot. - The longer you have had ... | |
| Tragus | 9/8/2010 |
| Q: I have been considering a double Tragus piercing. About 3 months ago I got my first tragus piercing ... A: Since cartilage piercings such as the tragus can take up to a year to fully heal and strengthen, it ... | |
| Need your suggestion | 9/8/2010 |
| Q: I'm in love with piercings, but my problem is I play sports that do not allow piercings (soccer+ jiu ... A: You are correct, there is a chance of damaging the delicate skin that may not be fully formed. This ... | |
| Need your suggestion | 9/7/2010 |
| Q: I'm in love with piercings, but my problem is I play sports that do not allow piercings (soccer+ jiu ... A: You could certainly try to heal to some extent and then remove and reinsert the jewelry after a few ... | |
| should i say good bye to my monroe ? | 9/6/2010 |
| Q: Its tender and the flat part is sometimes covered by this layer of skin. I actually just took a few ... A: You have options at the moment, and in my experience the piercing should get well soon. ... | |
| Belly Button Piercing | 9/5/2010 |
| Q: Ok...I'm 17 and I want to get my belly button pierced but my parents wont let me. I've already had ... A: It will be worth it to wait until you are at least 18 years to have it re-pierced by a skilled ... | |
| Cartilage piercing,possible infection? | 9/5/2010 |
| Q: About 3 months ago I got my cartilage on both ears pierced at a store in the mall. A few weeks ... A: Heat, swelling, pain, discolored discharge are the most common signs of infection. I suggest that ... | |
| Tongue piercing | 9/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a crack infront of my tongue ring , thier are no signs of infection. The ball has sunk a ... A: It seems that your piercing may have been done at an angle off from the ideal perpendicular ... | |
| VHP jewelry | 8/29/2010 |
| Q: I got my piercing recently and she used a size 14 curved barbell, which is usually what they use for ... A: Yes and no - There are some quality pieces available that work for both the navel and hood. ... | |
| Helix Bump | 8/26/2010 |
| Q: I had my helix pierced 3 and a half months ago, and have had no problems with it until about two ... A: From what you describe, the bump may have been from irritation and infection, but the infection has ... | |
| monroe piercing | 8/25/2010 |
| Q: I got my Monroe piercing Saturday and today is Wednesday... it didn't swell any during the first ... A: Since some swelling is normal, you should try gentle care and ice as described at ... | |
| Major bleeding with bump! | 8/24/2010 |
| Q: I got my naval piercing about 4 months ago and I have been getting bumps on and off continuously, ... A: See your physician or dermatologist if symptoms get worse or do not clear up in the next few days. ... | |
| Will an enlarged piercing close if you remove the jewelry? | 8/24/2010 |
| Q: Once you have enlarged your ear lobe piercing to a much bigger hole in order to wear a tube earring, ... A: A piercing will not close if it is fully healed, but they will shrink a lot. - The longer you have ... | |
| Labret piercing | 8/22/2010 |
| Q: Okay, I got my labret pierced about 6 days ago, everything went smoothly and I went home with a ... A: Consider gentler aftercare as described at http://care.piercing.org/ and avoiding smoking for as ... | |
| Bridge piercing scar. | 8/20/2010 |
| Q: My bridge piercing got really sore and weepy (clear fluid) so I took the bar out (which was way too ... A: It seems that you still have some swelling if the scar tissue feels hard to you. It can take some ... | |
| Good vs. Bad | 8/14/2010 |
| Q: I am very interested in getting a VH piercing & have been doing a lot of research. However I'm very ... A: Prudence in choosing a qualified piercer is important for any procedure involving your comfort and ... | |
| Discolored Earring Hole | 8/9/2010 |
| Q: I just had my lobe double pierced yesterday. This was my first time at an actual piercing place, ... A: The mark that was made for your piercing placement may be the cause of the discoloration, if it does ... | |
| ear cartilage bumps | 8/4/2010 |
| Q: i had my cartilage pierced and after the 12 months of leaving it in an caring for it like required, ... A: You could stop by the studio to have a qualified professional piercer reopen the piercings if they ... | |
| Red bump on inner navel piercing? | 8/1/2010 |
| Q: I got my belly pierced almost 2 months ago, and now there's a red bump inside of my belly button. ... A: Often a piercing done at an angle to the tissue other than perpendicular, or with a slightly ... | |
| nose piercing | 7/30/2010 |
| Q: Hey Brian...I have a couple of questions. I got my nose pierced 5 weeks ago and I am ready to change ... A: I would advise for you to have your jewelry changed by a professional piercer with appropriate ... | |
| Normal healing? | 7/29/2010 |
| Q: I've got a two week old navel piercing. It's got a pink ring around either opening around the ... A: A picture would be helpful, but from what you describe it could be a bit irritated, but close to ... | |
| Wrist micro dermal won't heal | 7/28/2010 |
| Q: I got three wrist micro dermals six months ago. Two are perfectly healed but the one on my wrist ... A: Try gentler care, as described at http://care.piercing.org/ with dry hot compresses instead of wet ... | |
| problem with cartilage piercing | 7/21/2010 |
| Q: I got my cartilage pierced 3 days ago. It felt fine till I did a dive off the diving board this ... A: Try gentle aftercare suggestions described at http://care.piercing.org/ to soothe the area with a ... | |
| Major ear trouble | 7/21/2010 |
| Q: Okay, well i got a piercing done 2 weeks ago by a gun on my ears, just the soft part though. And ... A: Stop by the studio or see your healthcare provider for further help if it does not get better ... | |
| Tragus shrinking | 7/20/2010 |
| Q: I got my Tragus pierced and finally changed the ring, and the gauge I thought I put in said 16 but ... A: Make sure that your jewelry meets http://jewelry.piercing.org/ quality and safety standards before ... | |
| Infected Microdermal Anchor | 7/20/2010 |
| Q: I've had my hips pierced for approximately four months, and they have recently become infected. The ... A: It seems that the infection has spread, and it could be from contaminated water that you have bathed ... | |
| excess skin on my lip piercing | 7/20/2010 |
| Q: I got my lip pierced on the left side almost two months ago. It's healed easy and pretty fast. I've ... A: If you have any swelling and excess scar tissue growth like this, the piercing may be too delicate ... | |
| When can I change piercing? | 7/19/2010 |
| Q: How long do you generally have to wait to change navel piercings? I've heard everything from 6 ... A: As soon as you feel healed like it, you should be able to change jewelry with the kind of ... | |
| ear ring infection | 7/18/2010 |
| Q: The back of my ear ring is stuck in my ear. the skin overgrew on it and you can only see alittle ... A: See your healthcare provider if you can not grasp the jewelry on both sides to undo it. A doctor ... | |
| Reopening tongue piercing | 7/15/2010 |
| Q: After having my piercing for two years I took it out this past February and have decided yesterday ... A: When you reinsert your jewelry, it is always best to carefully use an autoclave sterilized, tapered ... | |
| blood blister, piercing | 7/13/2010 |
| Q: I pierced my nose in April and recently it has developed a blood blister. What should I do about ... A: http://care.piercing.org/ explains frequent hot compresses along with a jewelry change and the ... | |
| Different sized navel rings | 7/12/2010 |
| Q: I got my navel pierced 6 months ago, but i think it was pierced with a shorter bar, because when i ... A: Navel jewelry comes in specific sizes, like shoes and clothing, and should fit properly for comfort ... | |
| Hip piercings | 7/9/2010 |
| Q: So yesterday I got my hips pierced but for some reason when I got it pierced the right side stung ... A: The sensitivity and nerves are different all over your body, though you might expect two piercings ... | |
| gun cartilage piercings swollen | 7/8/2010 |
| Q: alright, about a week ago i got my cartilage pierced at claire's... i have been following through ... A: http://care.piercing.org gentle aftercare suggestions should help. Ice contrasted with hot ... | |
| Is this a keloid? | 7/3/2010 |
| Q: So I've had a nose piercing bump for the past month now, and I've been using different treatments ... A: My suspicion is that the jewelry or the angle of the piercing causes your irritation. Often a ... | |
| Body jewelry breaking?? | 7/3/2010 |
| Q: I had my nipples pierced about 3 weeks ago. I had the round rings put in (not barbells). Last ... A: That piece seems like it was not up to http://jewelry.piercing.org/ safety standards. This also ... | |
| monroe piercing discolored hard area | 7/3/2010 |
| Q: I got my piercing about a month ago and I really like it but all the way around the piercing it is a ... A: Common signs of infection are heat, redness, pain, swelling and discolored discharge. Normal ... | |
| hand web piercing | 7/1/2010 |
| Q: i desperately want my left web pierced between my thumb and index finger. i am right handed and use ... A: I would like not to sound harsh, but my advice is simply do not pierce your hands. The first time ... | |
| nose piercings | 6/28/2010 |
| Q: If you get your nose pierced can the hole close like and ear piercing? A: Essentially, all piercings create a small tunnel through skin that heals with a layer of scar ... | |
| 3 year old navel piercing infection | 6/27/2010 |
| Q: Hey Brian, I had my navel pierced 6 years ago and removed it 3 years ago as my body seemed to be ... A: The damage done during the jewelry insertion was probably very minor, and would have resulted in a ... | |
| Bad healing in my tongue piercing? | 6/27/2010 |
| Q: First...I'm sorry for my bad english V.V Second: My tongue piercing. I did the piercing about 2 ... A: Part of the problem could be from tissue damaged if your piercing is not at a right angle -|- as it ... | |
| Irritated ear piercing swells. Is it from allergies? | 6/26/2010 |
| Q: I talked to you before. I have another question. Is it possible to have an allergy to certain ... A: Make sure only to wear jewelry meeting http://jewelry.piercing.org/ standards for at least six ... | |
| Nose Piercing Aftercare Question | 6/25/2010 |
| Q: I just had my nostil pierced two or three days ago. I was told to clean it with alchol. Everywhere ... A: Try gentler care as described at http://care.piercing.org/ and upgrade your jewelry as soon as ... | |
| LOWER LEFT LIP PIERCING | 6/25/2010 |
| Q: About two months ago i got my lower left lip pierced, it seemed as though it was healing fine until ... A: It should get better on it's own, provided that you avoid irritation. Try gentler aftercare, such as ... | |
| New Lobes | 6/24/2010 |
| Q: I just got 2 new lobe piercings yesterday, (two captive bead rings). The piercer just told me to ... A: I do not pierce with rings to avoid this problem. Rings tend to get dirty, then when turned the ... | |
| what to look for when buying a navel ring | 6/23/2010 |
| Q: i was wondering when i look for belly button rings what should i look for on the package to tell ... A: http://jewelry.piercing.org/ explains this in detail. Anodized titanium body jewelry will fade ... | |
| Micro-dermal implant infection? | 6/23/2010 |
| Q: I got my micro dermal implant on my nape 14 days ago. It was perfectly fine until approximately 3 ... A: 1) No, they are not implants, they should be referred to rather as jewelry with a single point of ... | |
| Enlarged earlobe piercings red, swollen, and itchy | 6/22/2010 |
| Q: i did my gauges on my own so if they get red n swoolen n lil itchy any reason why dat happen any to ... A: http://piercing.org/stretching explains how you might best gently enlarge your piercings without ... | |
| Ear Stretching Question | 6/22/2010 |
| Q: i know the best course of measure to take when stretching your ears is to wait about a month between ... A: http://piercing.org/stretching explains how you might best re-enlarge your piercings. Since they ... | |
| Micro-dermal implant infection? | 6/22/2010 |
| Q: I got my micro dermal implant on my nape 14 days ago. It was perfectly fine until approximately 3 ... A: For this reason and other long term problems, I do not suggest single point piercings, often ... | |
| navel piercing ring turned orange | 6/21/2010 |
| Q: i bought a really pretty silver belly button ring and ive been wearing it for a couple months. I ... A: http://jewelry.piercing.org/ explains the safety and quality standards that apply to body jewelry. ... | |
| "Grounding"? | 6/19/2010 |
| Q: I'm looking into getting some microdermals, and I was looking at local piercers in my town.... A ... A: "Grounding" as referred to in this sense was part of the title of a continuing education course that ... | |
| abandoning a cartilage piercing | 6/19/2010 |
| Q: I have an ear head piercing that is 6 weeks old, and seems to be healing well. However, I'm not ... A: Assuming that your piercing is healthy, it should be safe to remove. Ideally you should visit your ... | |
| I am thinking about taking out my angel bites.... | 6/18/2010 |
| Q: Around the end of march of this year I decided to get the piercing I was dying to get for awhile. ... A: If you want to keep them, and make them better, the first suggestion I can give you is to compare ... | |
| VHP | 6/16/2010 |
| Q: I just got my VH piercing about 2 days ago. It is not swollen to my knowledge and I have been ... A: Loss of sensation from a hood piercing is a myth, and a mean one at that. Disinformation like this ... | |
| Vertical Hood Piercing | 6/14/2010 |
| Q: I got a VCH almost a year ago. I have been trying to find a piece of jewelry for it that doesn't ... A: Stop by the studio for a free consultation if you are in the area. Our staff can take care of the ... | |
| monroe piercing | 6/11/2010 |
| Q: okay soo i just got my monroe sunday and its friday now..i've been doing all the proper care for ... A: Stop by the studio for a free consultation. A bigger disc for the back, and or a longer post should ... | |
| Another Keloid question | 6/10/2010 |
| Q: I had my ears pierced when I was 5 with a gun at a store in the mall. Shortly after I developed ... A: Though steroid injection is a common treatment for excess scar tissue, it is done after the scar ... | |
| older tongue piercing problem | 6/10/2010 |
| Q: ok ive had my tongue pierced for about 3 years now i had to get my wisdom teeth taken out at the end ... A: From what you described, you tore the interior and have created excess scar tissue, which can take ... | |
| Restretching. | 6/5/2010 |
| Q: Ok, So i had my ears stretched at an inch. But due to my left ears infection i took the plugs out in ... A: I weigh in on the side of enlarging your piercing again if you want, but with special care taken to ... | |
| 3 yr old piercing that wont heal!!! | 6/1/2010 |
| Q: hey. I got my nose piercing in 2007. I let it grow up in 2009 and even now, in 2010, it still ... A: A fine idea, indeed. Stop by for a free consultation at your nearest convenience. I'm available by ... | |
| 3 yr old piercing that wont heal!!! | 5/31/2010 |
| Q: hey. I got my nose piercing in 2007. I let it grow up in 2009 and even now, in 2010, it still ... A: From what you describe, your piercing broke a minor blood vessel. Nose bleeds are common, and ... | |
| Keloid scarring | 5/31/2010 |
| Q: Short story – standard ear piercing age 15, wore cheap/nasty earrings for years, and my earlobes ... A: Your chances of healing properly are better if you can have the piercings done by a qualified ... | |
| Dermal Anchor Piercing | 5/31/2010 |
| Q: I would like to get a small dermal anchor on my cheek, just below my eye. I've seen this done and it ... A: I do not suggest that you try this since this type of piercing can be more complex aftercare, and ... | |
| ear lobe purple | 5/29/2010 |
| Q: Why is the very bottom of my ear lobe purple? I rinsed my earrings in hydrogen peroxide before ... A: I'd suspect that the jewelry does not meet http://jewelry.piercing.org/ standards for quality and ... | |
| snakebites(infection? hypertropic scarring | 5/27/2010 |
| Q: hmm lets see its been about 4-5 months and my snakebite still hurt, the right pierceing hurts a ... A: See a dermatologist if the problem does not resolve itself with gentler aftercare as described at ... | |
| post-piercing infection | 5/25/2010 |
| Q: I got my belly button pierced in New York 5 days ago. The Tattoo Parlor told me to wash with an ... A: Heat, redness, swelling, pain and discolored discharge are all common signs of infection. The ... | |
| industrial | 5/21/2010 |
| Q: i have had my industrial done since feb 2 this year and i have to pick off this hard yellow stuff of ... A: Try a gentler approach to care as described at http://care.piercing.org/ and don't pick the scabbed ... | |
| industrial piercing | 5/21/2010 |
| Q: should i be worried if i have a bubble on both top and bottom of my piercing is were the holes are ... A: Often a piercing done at an angle to the tissue other than perpendicular, or with a slightly ... | |
| Tongue Piercing | 5/19/2010 |
| Q: The first time I had my tongue pierced the woman pierced my tongue very far back and crooked, so I ... A: The red, sore bump could be some form of scar tissue, but the cause may be difficult to discern. In ... | |
| Belly piercing problem... | 5/18/2010 |
| Q: I'm having very frustrating problem. I've had my belly button pierced THREE times during the past ... A: The D shaped ring is still stressful for the same reasons of pressure, friction and external ... | |
| Crooked Septum Piercing | 5/17/2010 |
| Q: I seen one of your answers of how to fix a crooked septum piercing by using first aid tape, or ... A: Think of it like headgear for braces or a retainer. If the jewelry can be braced into the correct ... | |
| Belly piercing problem... | 5/15/2010 |
| Q: I'm having very frustrating problem. I've had my belly button pierced THREE times during the past ... A: Eyebrow jewelry can be difficult to heal with a ring because of pressure, friction and contamination ... | |
| tongue piercing keloid or not? | 5/12/2010 |
| Q: i just got my tongue pierced 5 days ago and 2 days ago i noticed a red (looked like blood filled) ... A: Try gentler care as described at http://care.piercing.org/ as this could be a reaction to chemical ... | |
| Navel piercing: 5 years old and still forms discharge | 5/12/2010 |
| Q: I had my naval pierced for 5 years, and the bottom still crust sometimes. What does that mean? What ... A: If you find a discharge, that means that the inside of the piercing still has a broken skin surface. ... | |
| Navel piercing bump | 5/11/2010 |
| Q: I recently got my naval pierced about 2months ago, it's been doing fine, until today i recently ... A: Yes, please have it changed to a closer fitting, smaller anodized titanium curved bar for the first ... | |
| Navel piercing bump | 5/11/2010 |
| Q: I recently got my naval pierced about 2months ago, it's been doing fine, until today i recently ... A: Often a piercing done with slightly irritating shape or material like steel or an alloy of gold ... | |
| Belly piercing problem... | 5/7/2010 |
| Q: I'm having very frustrating problem. I've had my belly button pierced THREE times during the past ... A: It seems like you haven't had the best luck with this piercing, but it should be easy to fix. Either ... | |
| Dimple/cheek piercing bled during jewelry change | 5/7/2010 |
| Q: Hey i got my dimples done about a month ago, i went to go change them and when i took the bar o ut ... A: You should visit your piercer to let them know about your problems. Dimple/cheek piercings can ... | |
| lip stud guage change | 5/7/2010 |
| Q: I went from a 14g to a 16g lip stud, and the back of the (the flat back) 16g sinks into the back of ... A: Larger backs for the thinner 16g post are available that meet safety and quality standards as ... | |
| Uneven piercings: will they eventually look centered when enlarged. | 5/5/2010 |
| Q: I had my ears pierced unevenly and never realized it until I began to stretch my earlobes. One of my ... A: These will not even out. The easiest solution would be to let only the uneven piercing shrink for a ... | |
| tongue piercing | 5/5/2010 |
| Q: Okay I pierced my tongue with a professional on Friday and now its Wensday it I hardly notice any ... A: Try gentler aftercare as described at http://care.piercing.org/ for your comfort, and see your ... | |
| sternum piercing | 5/3/2010 |
| Q: which type of ointment should i use on my sternum piercing? i did a lot of research and it says not ... A: No type of ointment should be used on healing piercings for aftercare. http://care.piercing.org ... | |
| Hood piercing allergic reaction? | 5/1/2010 |
| Q: I just recently got a hood piercing about 3 days ago and it's starting to irritate me. I am allergic ... A: http://jewelry.piercing.org/ explains safety standards for jewelry, and perhaps covers some of the ... | |
| nipple piercing | 4/30/2010 |
| Q: if i was to take it out would the nipple go back to normal size so it would look like my other ... A: The piercing itself should shrink, but there will have been tissue changes and some scar will ... | |
| Nose piercing: Bump | 4/26/2010 |
| Q: I've Had my nose pierced for about 5 months now and it looks as if it is getting irritated. Some ... A: Often a piercing done with slightly irritating shape or material like steel or an alloy of gold ... | |
| navel piercing after tummy tuck | 4/25/2010 |
| Q: Is it ok to get pierced after having a tummy tuck? ANSWER: In many cases yes, although the tension ... A: There are possibilities for infection with navel piercing if the area is herniated, or if the tissue ... | |
| navel piercing after tummy tuck | 4/25/2010 |
| Q: Is it ok to get pierced after having a tummy tuck? A: In many cases yes, although the tension on the tissue in the area can take months to relax enough ... | |
| bellybutton & ears | 4/22/2010 |
| Q: i have had my ears pierced twice and they have been infected both times to the point where i had to ... A: The problems you have had with your piercings could have had something to do with the safety ... | |
| snake bite piercings | 4/21/2010 |
| Q: . i was wondering where i can get snake bite piercings cheap at the age of 14. and how much it would ... A: Under the age of 18, many studios do limited or no piercings for minors. There are legal, physical ... | |
| Tragus piercing | 4/18/2010 |
| Q: Brian, I was recently thinking of getting my tragus piercing done, by one of my friends, who has ... A: Piercing yourself at home can be very dangerous, with risks from infection and severe scarring to ... | |
| Bleeding lip piercing?! | 4/16/2010 |
| Q: i had my piercing done a week ago, i got a bit bruised on the inside of my lip (don't know if that's ... A: Considering that the oral area is very vascular, piercing can occasionally break a small blood ... | |
| VCH piercing | 4/16/2010 |
| Q: I got a VCH 6 days ago, and it was doing great until now. Doesnt hurt, looked like it was healing ... A: Heat, swelling, redness, pain and discolored discharge are all signs of infection. The piercing may ... | |
| new nose piercing jewelry | 4/16/2010 |
| Q: this may sound like a really weird or stupid question but I got my nose pierced 2 days ago. The ... A: Metal and skin do not form permanent bonds when it comes to body jewelry. What you have is also ... | |
| After a Rejection | 4/15/2010 |
| Q: I had a trasverse lobe piercing done about 7-8 months ago- it was my first piercing. I had troubles ... A: The longer you wait for the first piercing to heal and the tissues to soften, the safer it will be ... | |
| tongue ring | 4/14/2010 |
| Q: I got my tongue pierced 4 1/2 weeks ago and I still have the long ring in. I have tired to put a ... A: It is possible that the piercing is not healed enough for a piece as short as the one you tried to ... | |
| ear piercing | 4/14/2010 |
| Q: i just got my ears pierced so that i could have bar in it but i dont no how to put the bar into my ... A: First, make sure that the jewelry meets http://jewelry.piercing.org/ quality and safety standards. ... | |
| Monroe piercing | 4/14/2010 |
| Q: I got a Monroe piercing about 2 weeks ago. After about a week, the swelling stopped and the normal ... A: Redness can be a sign of infection, but it usually comes along with heat, swelling, pain and ... | |
| ANTI BROW PIERCING | 4/13/2010 |
| Q: I REALLY WANT TO GET AN ANTI BROW PIERCING... BUT IDK WHAT KIND OF PIERCING I SHOULD GET A CURVED ... A: Depending on your facial anatomy, this piercing can be as easy as an eyebrow piercing, and a 18 or ... | |
| Ear Piercing | 4/12/2010 |
| Q: My 5 year old had her ears pierced 1 month ago she was pierced high on her lobe she does not want me ... A: It is probably already past the time when removal would assure that the piercings would close. A ... | |
| tragus ear piercing problem (i can't finish my response..i will write again to finish) | 4/11/2010 |
| Q: My Tragus is swollen, no discoloration other than the two small bumps surrounding the jewlery. I ... A: Question following: /// while cleaning my tragus before bed the jewelry popped through the ... | |
| Hood Piercing Troubles | 4/11/2010 |
| Q: I have had my hood pierced for about 2 years now and have never had any troubles with it. Just ... A: This could be infection, which usually shows symptoms of heat, swelling, redness, pain and ... | |
| industrial | 4/9/2010 |
| Q: i got my industrial pierced 2/19 of this year, after a while of looking at pictures on the internet ... A: In fact, my favorite long bars for the ear are 18g threadless titanium as I mentioned. The ends from ... | |
| Don't try this at home: How to pierce your industrial | 4/8/2010 |
| Q: i want to pierce my own industrial, but i dont know how to. i dont want to pay like 40$ to get it ... A: Piercing yourself at home can be very dangerous, with risks from infection and severe scarring to ... | |
| Nose Piercing Bump | 4/7/2010 |
| Q: I got my nose pierced about 2 1/2 months ago, and about a month ago a bump formed right next to the ... A: This could be a pyogenic infection or inflammation from harsh aftercare or a rough or irritating ... | |
| Stretched ears | 4/6/2010 |
| Q: I have my ears stretched to 11/16 (18millimeters of an inch) and i was just wondering if they will ... A: All piercings shrink, and the final amount of contraction tends to be determined by the amount of ... | |
| tip of tongue numb after piercing | 4/5/2010 |
| Q: Hey, I got my tongue pierced about 5 days ago. It feels fine and isn't really swelling anymore but ... A: This is not unheard of from tongue piercings, and generally not the best result of placement. It ... | |
| Industrial piercing age | 4/4/2010 |
| Q: I was going to get an Industrial Piercing soon and I was wondering how old you have to be. I'm 14 ... A: Many piercers only work on people of 18 years or older, and that is the regulation in many areas. ... | |
| Don't try this at home: septum piercing | 4/4/2010 |
| Q: I pierced me septum. at home. with ice and a safety pin. It was incredibly stupid. I know, now. I'd ... A: Fair warning: There really is no reason to pierce yourself in unsafe conditions when there are ... | |
| industrial | 4/3/2010 |
| Q: i got my industrial pierced 2/19 of this year, after a while of looking at pictures on the internet ... A: Professional piercers stand behind their work, and are usually willing to help find solutions when a ... | |
| Uneven ear piercing | 4/3/2010 |
| Q: I had my 3 year old's ears pierced yesterday (Apr. 1st) and they are not even. I like the position ... A: The sooner the jewelry is removed on the one side, the better. I usually suggest that you let it ... | |
| diabetes | 4/1/2010 |
| Q: sir, I have had many piercings and none haven taken,but for a prince albert. I find ... A: With precautions it is usually possible to heal piercings even if you are diabetic. With quality ... | |
| Permanent piercings | 3/31/2010 |
| Q: I'm interested in making my labia rings permanent. They're 18K solid gold CBRs. Since they're gold, ... A: Gold plumb solder may be an option, although I have only heard tall tales about this being possible. ... | |
| Nose piercing jewelry | 3/31/2010 |
| Q: I got my nose pierced recently and I want a gem in it ive bought two different ones from two ... A: I would strongly suggest that you do not change the jewelry yourself for a recent piercing, and ... | |
| Nipple Piercing grown in? | 3/29/2010 |
| Q: I had my nipple pierced nearly ten years ago, however I am now at a stage where it's more of an ... A: Your jewelry should move freely if soaked in warm water, then washed with soap and water, then ... | |
| Healing of a normal earlobe | 3/28/2010 |
| Q: I have an earlobe for 4 months. Can I take out the jewelry for any length of time without any risk ... A: Essentially, the longer you have the piercing, the longer it will take to shrink. If the tissue is ... | |
| conchy chonch | 3/28/2010 |
| Q: I've had my conch pierced for about 3 months. I got it done at the same place I've gotten 3 of my ... A: Often a piercing done with slightly irritating shape or material like steel or an alloy of gold ... | |
| VCH question | 3/26/2010 |
| Q: I had a triangle and VCH done in November. The triangle took a while to heal properly, but the VCH ... A: Piercings in these delicate placements tend to seem healed as soon as they have epithelialized a ... | |
| tragus piercing / ear pops | 3/26/2010 |
| Q: I got my tragus pierced earlier this month and I've noticed that when i swallow that ear pops. Is ... A: The piercing should have nothing whatsoever to do with the pressure or ear popping unless the ... | |
| Monroe Piercing | 3/26/2010 |
| Q: I really want to get my monroe pierced, but the only problem is that I participate in Debate during ... A: If you have enough time to fully heal the piercing over your summer break, you may be able to use a ... | |
| Medusa Piercing infection? | 3/25/2010 |
| Q: I just recently got my medusa pierced in December of 2009. For the first couple months of it being ... A: Stop by the studio for an autoclave sterilized longer post as soon as possible. The piercing has ... | |
| discoloration from ear jewelry corrosion | 3/25/2010 |
| Q: i used to wear cheap earings and I still do but I used to sleep in them and never clean them and ... A: See a dermatologist for scar reduction options for argyria. Many of the chemicals from the cheap ear ... | |
| navel piercing | 3/24/2010 |
| Q: I've had my navel piercing for over 2 years. When I last removed my jewelry and put the new one in, ... A: This seems like an infection, possibly an abscess or streptococcus pyogenes. Please see a doctor or ... | |
| New Tongue Piercing | 3/23/2010 |
| Q: I just recently got my tongue pierced on Friday the 19th of March. Its fine and I am takeing care of ... A: This is more likely scar tissue from irritation and not a keloid. Your jewelry, aftercare, ... | |
| lip piercing | 3/20/2010 |
| Q: i watched some videos and basically i just want to know if when i go to get it done should they be ... A: So far I've not seen many quality procedures on videos out there, so I hope that didn't scare you ... | |
| Abandoning an earlobe piercing | 3/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a normal earlobe for 4-5 months and I am not happy with it and I do not want it anymore. If I ... A: When you remove any piercing, the tissues that have grown during the healing process in response to ... | |
| ear piercing enlargement | 3/19/2010 |
| Q: ive just started streching my ear i put a 2m in but on day 2/3 my lobe became red and swallon ive ... A: http://jewelry.piercing.org/ covers the safety considerations http://piercing.org/stretching covers ... | |
| microdermal implant | 3/17/2010 |
| Q: .....hi....I am writing you to get some information on microdermal implants for a male in the pubic ... A: To be completely honest, I don't believe that this type of piercing is reasonable for any area where ... | |
| A bubble??? | 3/16/2010 |
| Q: So I got my earlobes pierced on december 16th, or about then. My ears were fine (they did have ... A: http://care.piercing.org/ gentle aftercare and a visit to your doctor should help save your ... | |
| New Tongue Piercing | 3/15/2010 |
| Q: I had my tongue pierced five days ago and the swelling has decreased, but a small yellow white tag ... A: Right, as far as it goes, other than by prescription mouthwashes are not part of oral wound healing ... | |
| New Tongue Piercing | 3/15/2010 |
| Q: I had my tongue pierced five days ago and the swelling has decreased, but a small yellow white tag ... A: This may be scar tissue in reaction to an irritant oral care product such as toothpaste. Try gentler ... | |
| Navel Piercing | 3/14/2010 |
| Q: ive had my belly done for about 3 and a half months now, and i notest the other day that i have ... A: http://care.piercing.org/ gentle aftercare should be able to help. The bump is likely an infection ... | |
| Discoloration Around Tragus Piercing | 3/14/2010 |
| Q: I had my tragus pierced about a year ago. At first, everything went fine. However, about a couple ... A: Often a piercing done with slightly irritating shape or material like steel or an alloy of gold ... | |
| top ear cartilage piercing | 3/13/2010 |
| Q: I'v had the top of my ear cartilage pierced three days ago. it keeps swelling up and then going ... A: http://care.piercing.org/ can help explain what to expect from a healing piercing and for gentler ... | |
| Tongue Piercing | 3/13/2010 |
| Q: I got my tounge pierced 3 days ago and when i stick my tounge out and look behind the bar i can see ... A: Stop by the studio for a free consultation if you are near http://www.ninjaflower.co.nz/ The angle ... | |
| My tongue peircing | 3/12/2010 |
| Q: I got my tongue peirced 5 days ago I've been rinsing with lyseryn regularly but now I have noticed a ... A: Try gentler aftercare as many people find that they are sensitive to the oral care products while ... | |
| Self pierced ear cartilage | 3/12/2010 |
| Q: i did it my-self 2days ago. i wanted to kno if it was infected or is just healing and wut ways i ... A: http://care.piercing.org/ can help explain what to expect from a healing piercing. ... | |
| discolored hip surface piercings | 3/11/2010 |
| Q: ive had my surface hip piercings for about 2 months now, and they feel great but there still pretty ... A: The discoloration may take as long as a year to go away, or may stay even after you take out the ... | |
| I think I had a blowout when I gauged my ear. There is a scar. What can I do? | 3/10/2010 |
| Q: I gauged my ears to 0 about a year and a half ago. When I went from 2 to zero it went in ok, but it ... A: The most functional method I've noted to reduce scarring is: First, take out the jewelry to let the ... | |
| Monroe | 3/9/2010 |
| Q: I have had my monroe pierced for about 6 weeks now and it was totally on its way to being almost ... A: Ice and a change of aftercare should help as described at http://care.piercing.org/ Make sure to ... | |
| monroe | 3/9/2010 |
| Q: I have had my monroe done for almost 9 weeks. The swelling and redness went away,after about a week ... A: Your piercing was probably not completely healed enough to be a sturdy barrier against foreign body ... | |
| Tragus | 3/9/2010 |
| Q: I'm not sure if I'm being over-cautious (my mom is getting sick of looking into my ear and telling ... A: http://care.piercing.org/ explains further gentle care, and one thing that can be problematic is ... | |
| rook and tragus piercing | 3/7/2010 |
| Q: I got my rook and tragus pierced about last august and they seem to be all healed. If I take them ... A: If you have them reinserted by a professional with a tapered insertion guide and proper ... | |
| swelled piercing | 3/7/2010 |
| Q: One of my newly pierced cartilages has been swelled up for more than 2 months straight. I'm not ... A: The swelling probably has very little to do with the vein, and taking it out should not be needed. A ... | |
| Cartilage infection | 3/6/2010 |
| Q: I got a cartilage piercing around 2007 in the summer, and i really think it is infected. It shows ... A: The first step is gentle care as described at http://care.piercing.org/ and the second would be to ... | |
| Belly piercing red bump | 3/4/2010 |
| Q: So this time i have a different question involving the same subject... I'm not sure if this is your ... A: If you have already removed the jewelry, see a doctor if it gets worse or does not get better. This ... | |
| vhp | 3/4/2010 |
| Q: I got my hood piercing about three week ago. Since the piercing I have notice a funny smell. I have ... A: Try gentler care as described at http://care.piercing.org/ as your body may be irritated by the ... | |
| Industrial Bar. | 2/28/2010 |
| Q: I've had my industrial for about 7 months now, am i able to leave the bar out for an hour and a half ... A: Your piercing will probably not be removable even for a few minutes without a having to use a ... | |
| Helix Piercing Abcess | 2/28/2010 |
| Q: Help! I need advice on how to go about the draining and healing process for a Helix abcess. My ... A: See a doctor or dermatologist if the signs of infection do not clear up within a few days. ... | |
| Infected nose stud? | 2/26/2010 |
| Q: So i got it pierced both sides not even two weeks ago and the left side looks ok. but the right side ... A: See a dermatologist if the problem continues, but it may be fine with gentler care: ... | |
| curious | 2/26/2010 |
| Q: How do I remove a circle eearing from my ear without wire cutters? A: If it has a ball, the ball usually comes off with a bit of pressure to the side. If there is a gap ... | |
| Navel Piercing & Tummy Tuck | 2/25/2010 |
| Q: It's really starting to get to me having to see these stretch marks from my pregnancy 3 years ago. ... A: It is likely that your surgeon will give you the final word on this, but in some cases you can keep ... | |
| cant get my hood piercing bar out | 2/24/2010 |
| Q: hi i really need help had my hood pierced about 2 years ago never took it out but want to now but ... A: Stop by the studio for a free consultation if you have trouble getting it off with gloves. Try to ... | |
| belly piercing ring size/healing bump | 2/24/2010 |
| Q: I got my belly button pierced back in October. A few weeks ago I noticed a weird red bump that ... A: As far as germ killing products, this is where you want to consult with your dermatologist. There ... | |
| belly piercing red bump | 2/24/2010 |
| Q: I got my belly button pierced back in October. A few weeks ago I noticed a weird red bump that ... A: http://jewelry.piercing.org/ explains the quality standards that you should hold your jewelry to. ... | |
| Navel Piercing | 2/23/2010 |
| Q: I just got my belly button pierced a week ago and the first couple days it was fine but now on the ... A: http://care.piercing.org/ explains in detail gentle care for your navel, including frequent hot ... | |
| VCH Piercing Problem | 2/20/2010 |
| Q: I got my VCH pierced a few days ago. I noticed at first that only the top ball was visible and that ... A: It would seem that either your piercing was performed in a manner that transverses more tissue than ... | |
| vertical hood piercing | 2/20/2010 |
| Q: I got this piercing a few months ago... last night my boyfriend was being somewhat aggressive with ... A: Push it back through if you can, and then visit a shop for a larger piece of jewelry. Larger ends ... | |
| I just got my Monroe piercing on Feb 13th. | 2/18/2010 |
| Q: My piercer told me to clean it with Dial soap, and swish sea salt in my mouth. I ran out of sea ... A: http://care.piercing.org/ describes an even gentler method of care that can help avoid irritation. ... | |
| scar swollen over stud | 2/17/2010 |
| Q: okay so I have my tagus pierced and I changed it yesterday from a ring to a stud. I woke up this ... A: Often a piercing done with slightly irritating shape or material like steel or an alloy of gold ... | |
| Re-piercing belly button | 2/16/2010 |
| Q: I had my belly button pierced in 2001, and in 2005 I had to take it out due to an operation, after ... A: The hole is probably still open, but has tightened in the middle like an hourglass. If you push, ... | |
| re-sizing a nipple piercing | 2/15/2010 |
| Q: I had my nipples pierced with 14 gage bars for a little over a year and decided to take them out. It ... A: The hole is probably still open, but has tightened in the middle like an hourglass. If you push, ... | |
| industrial bar | 2/14/2010 |
| Q: I am sOo confused! I have an industrial bar ear piercing.. I can't tell if its a keloid or a ... A: The bumps could be indicative of infection, stressed angles of the piercing or damage to the tissue. ... | |
| Placement of vertical hood piercing | 2/14/2010 |
| Q: I had my piercing done at a reasonably reputable place (for North Dakota, which is not saying much), ... A: Different jewelry may be all it takes for the piercing to look more to your liking. Better vertical ... | |
| VCH & Toilet Paper... | 2/14/2010 |
| Q: I've been staying at my mothers house for the past week and she has really soft toilet paper. I've ... A: From what you describe as aftercare, the fibers could be irritating, but will probably wash away. My ... | |
| my belly button piercing | 2/11/2010 |
| Q: Okay so I got my belly button pierced about 1 1/2 to 2 months ago. I've been taking pretty good care ... A: Heat, redness, pain, swelling and discolored discharge are the most common signs of infection. The ... | |
| Hood piercing infected :( | 2/10/2010 |
| Q: about 2 1/2 months ago I got a vertical clit hood piercing. In the past few days I have noticed some ... A: Changing your aftercare to http://care.piercing.org/ should help. You'll likely want to change to a ... | |
| Nose stud staining around the hole | 2/10/2010 |
| Q: Is there any treatment for removing the discoloration and if so what is it ( I checked up Argyria, ... A: In my experience, the grayish discoloration is likely localized argyria from the ion transfer and ... | |
| crooked septum | 2/7/2010 |
| Q: I saw in a previous answer of yours say you can fix it with dental floss or special retainers mine ... A: If the piercing is really crooked, sometimes you can make an orthodontic headgear type of device to ... | |
| Prince Albert | 2/5/2010 |
| Q: I am currently 43 years old, I have always wanted a prince albert. Can you tell me what the smallest ... A: In my experience, size 8g is the smallest comfortable starting size. This piercing heals and loosens ... | |
| Clit hood vertical piercing | 2/4/2010 |
| Q: The healing time - how long time it usually takes, I can enjoy sex with my husband? A: http://care.piercing.org/ explains gentle care. You should be able to experience intimacy when you ... | |
| Ex-Nose Ring/Stain | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: I had my nose pierced for 4 years. I took it out over a year ago. I still have a gray/dark spot ... A: This stain comes from tarnish that is released into your skin from jewelry that does not meet ... | |
| swelled cartilage | 2/1/2010 |
| Q: I'm getting worried because I had my upper cartilage pierced one month ago (with a gun, like all my ... A: Please stop piercing yourself with a gun. It is not safe at all. The swelling could be from ... | |
| industrial piercing (see-through skin) | 2/1/2010 |
| Q: So I got an industrial back in early november and I've had it for 3 months now. I took care of ... A: If the piercing was done in a way that it passed through the cartilage at a grazing angle, the area ... | |
| off center nipple piercings | 1/30/2010 |
| Q: any suggestions on straightening off center nipple piercings? i had rings in when i had them pierced ... A: Some piercings can be balanced in the opposite direction -/- from their inaccuracy -\- and taped in ... | |
| Monroe Piercing | 1/30/2010 |
| Q: I had my Monroe professionally pierced 7 weeks ago. I was told the healing time is 6-8 weeks and I ... A: Usually we change the jewelry for you to a shorter post after the swelling is gone. This is commonly ... | |
| Industrial [ear piercing] bleeding | 1/27/2010 |
| Q: last night i got the industrial pierced on my right ear, i got the barbell; which goes from top to ... A: This may be from the angles of the two piercings not quite lining up, keeping the wound open. Have ... | |
| Triple corkscrew barbell cartilage piercing | 1/24/2010 |
| Q: I have a triple corkscrew barbell in my right ear. It is basically and industrial helix that goes ... A: Possibly: Damage to the jewelry Angles of placement that are inappropriate Damage to the specific ... | |
| Triple corkscrew barbell cartilage piercing | 1/24/2010 |
| Q: I have a triple corkscrew barbell in my right ear. It is basically and industrial helix that goes ... A: From what you describe this could be a pyogenic infection, the jewelry quality may be part of the ... | |
| Cartilage--keloid? | 1/21/2010 |
| Q: I had my upper cartilage pierced for about 2 months but there was a bump (similar to a blister, very ... A: The bump could have been from irritation or infection. It could have been a keloid, but they are ... | |
| nose piercing | 1/21/2010 |
| Q: I pierced my nose on Monday. Wednesday I changed it to a smaller stud. I am now worried I shouldnt ... A: You are correct in your concern. Changing a healing piercing at home can lead to infection, disease, ... | |
| problems with my industrial? | 1/20/2010 |
| Q: i got my industrial done about half a year ago. i clean it with a saline solution twice a day, and ... A: >Stop by for a free consultation if you are in the area. What you describe could be infection or ... | |
| Bump in front of my piercing | 1/19/2010 |
| Q: I got my tongue pierced about a month ago, and about a week ago I got this really weird looking bump ... A: The bump is not likely a keloid or infection. It is most probable that the angle of the piercing ... | |
| VCH Question | 1/19/2010 |
| Q: I just got a hood piercing last night at 8 pm is it normal for it to bleed? I have been doing the ... A: You should be fine - Bleeding for the first few days is not uncommon. http://care.piercing.org/ ... | |
| swollen earlobe | 1/18/2010 |
| Q: it's really swollen and has a lump behind the actual piercing. Do i have to take the piercing out? ... A: Heat, swelling, redness, pain and discolored discharge can each indicate infection. See a doctor or ... | |
| belly button piercing question | 1/17/2010 |
| Q: I am a high school cheerleader and this is my last year cheering but i am going on a summer vacation ... A: I would suggest that you don't do it until after the season. The problems generally will be evident ... | |
| BELLY PIERCING | 1/16/2010 |
| Q: OKAY, THE FIRST TIME I HAD IT IT WAS OK UNTIL SKIN STARTED TO PEEL OFF AT THE HOLE AND LATER IT ... A: What you describe is rejection, and it will probably happen again if the same jewelry, method, ... | |
| Tragus Jewelry Gauge | 1/14/2010 |
| Q: I have had my tragus pierced for almost 2 years now. I have never taken the orginal surgical ... A: http://jewelry.piercing.org/ has the safety standards for body jewelry that I suggest you read. 18 ... | |
| cartilage piercing | 1/13/2010 |
| Q: I took my initial earring out before the piercing healed, and the 2nd earring is a smaller gauge. ... A: The opening will shrink around the jewelry that is currently in place. It is safer to have a ... | |
| clithood piercing | 1/13/2010 |
| Q: but i have a vein directly in the middle of the hood,can it still be done?also i had my navel ... A: There are several variants on placement for a hood piercing, and usually it is possible for ... | |
| Dimples | 1/13/2010 |
| Q: I just got my dimples peirced, two weeks ago. And the jewelery my peircer had put on it is the same ... A: Stop by the studio for a free consultation. You piercer should be glad to see you or you could come ... | |
| Dermal Anchor | 1/11/2010 |
| Q: I want to get a dermal anchor on my chest. Can you please tell me how the do it and what tools the ... A: Here are some of the studios that I have interacted with that are on your side of the country: ... | |
| Industrial | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: I got my industrial pierced 2 days ago. It's still really swollen which i understand, but the bottom ... A: http://care.piercing.org/ explains scabbing and bleeding for a new piercing is normal. It's better ... | |
| Dermal Anchor | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: I want to get a dermal anchor on my chest. Can you please tell me how the do it and what tools the ... A: Techniques vary, but essentially using appropriate sterilization and aseptic precautions a qualified ... | |
| Dermal Anchor | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: I want to get a dermal anchor on my chest. Can you please tell me how the do it and what tools the ... A: Because of the long term problems of easy injury, infection and rejection no matter how well they ... | |
| problem with nose piercing bleeding | 1/8/2010 |
| Q: I got my nose pierced a little over 2 weeks ago. Everything was going fine... I was keeping it clean ... A: From what you describe it seems that the piercing has attempted to form a scab, and had that scab's ... | |
| Possible navel piercing rejection? | 1/8/2010 |
| Q: I recently changed my navel ring to a titanium barbell because I started having redness and ... A: From what you describe this could be rejection, particularly since the irritation returned and the ... | |
| New nose piercing question | 1/7/2010 |
| Q: I recently got my nose pierced. I have a ring in, as I talked to several friends and my piercer ... A: In my experience, moisturizer can irritate the area and promote infection, swelling and scarring. ... | |
| Industrial Piercing | 1/6/2010 |
| Q: I have a couple questions about my new industrial ear piercing. The first is about twisting the ... A: She could consider having the jewelry switched to two separate pieces. The tension between the two ... | |
| Industrial Piercing | 1/5/2010 |
| Q: I have a couple questions about my new industrial ear piercing. The first is about twisting the ... A: Handling, sleeping on, twisting or otherwise moving the jewelry does introduce germs and increase ... | |
| Nose Piercing Irritation | 1/5/2010 |
| Q: About 3 months ago I got my nose pierced. I've accidently yanked the stud on my towel and while ... A: This may need the help of a dermatologist if the change in care product and method does not help ... | |
| Barbell bead won't come off. | 1/4/2010 |
| Q: I got my rook pierced last March with a 16 g curved barbell (externally threaded). I want to take ... A: I suggest that you stop by the studio for a free consultation. Since this jewelry is in a tricky ... | |
| navel piercing migration | 1/3/2010 |
| Q: i was just wondering if you could give me some advise on my navel piercing since it migrated and i ... A: It is good that you removed this piercing to avoid tearing that last bit of tissue. With time and ... | |
| dry skin & no feeling ? | 1/2/2010 |
| Q: so i've had my industrial done for a bout 5 months now, it hurt really bad for the first couple ... A: You can use the Satin as a soap, but you must rinse with distilled water and dry it completely as ... | |
| dry skin & no feeling ? | 1/2/2010 |
| Q: so i've had my industrial done for a bout 5 months now, it hurt really bad for the first couple ... A: Excess dry skin in cold weather is pretty common, though it does often point to overcleaning the ... | |
| Monroe piercing | 1/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a monroe piercing and last night the ball to my piercing fell out (I was still using the ... A: Did you try the ball on the other jewelry? Much of what is available has interchangeable parts, ... | |
| help | 12/31/2009 |
| Q: ok i did ma industrial piercing 3weeks ago n i have been cleanin it with warm salt water as was ... A: Read through the information at http://care.piercing.org/ for gentler care and to know more about ... | |
| Eyebrow Piercing | 12/31/2009 |
| Q: I had my eyebrow pierced about 2 months ago, and I opened it many times, but now when I want to open ... A: Do you mean open the jewelry or are you referring to removal and reinsertion? At two months, an ... | |
| Monroe Piercing | 12/31/2009 |
| Q: I've had a monroe piercing for about 5 weeks now. I tried to take it out one day but it was too ... A: It should be able to be removed and changed by a qualified professional with appropriate sterile and ... | |
| Blistering nose ring | 12/30/2009 |
| Q: Okay,I have had the bridge of my nose and now my nostril and both resulted in a blister.I would like ... A: From the look of the bump on your bridge piercing in the photograph, the possibility of infection ... | |
| wages | 12/30/2009 |
| Q: Hey, I'm doing a budget project for math where we have to choose a career and find a rate of pay or ... A: I couldn't verify that claim for you. If you do the math with how many services per hour X hours ... | |
| wages | 12/30/2009 |
| Q: Hey, I'm doing a budget project for math where we have to choose a career and find a rate of pay or ... A: Most artists make commission on their work, sometimes on jewelry sales, and some make tips. Few make ... | |
| microdermals | 12/29/2009 |
| Q: I was just wondering if anyone knew what the age limit is on getting microdermals done in kansas. ... A: Most professionals work with a minimum age of 18 years worldwide for exotic piercing such as you ... | |
| INDUSTRIAL PIERCING | 12/28/2009 |
| Q: I got my industrial piercing about 2 weeks ago. This thursday will be three weeks. It was doing ... A: Stop by the studio for a free consultation. The bar could either be bent or changed for two separate ... | |
| tongue piercing | 12/28/2009 |
| Q: I had gotten my tongue piercing 11 days ago (12/17) and I noticed that i have a small red bump in ... A: The bump is likely to be from the angle of the piercing leaning back from perpendicular and may go ... | |
| Monroe Piercing | 12/27/2009 |
| Q: So about a week ago I got my monroe piercing done, the swelling has gone down but what I've noticed ... A: The jewelry should be changed only by a qualified professional with appropriate sterilization and ... | |
| Monroe Piercing | 12/26/2009 |
| Q: So about a week ago I got my monroe piercing done, the swelling has gone down but what I've noticed ... A: A picture would help to show the extent of the problem. You should stop by to visit the studio to ... | |
| Lip / Labret healing question | 12/26/2009 |
| Q: OK so it's been 3 weeks & 1 day since I got my LaBret pierced. I had MILD swelling for the first 4-5 ... A: Your discoloration is not likely to indicate an infection, and you are not likely to have to remove ... | |
| Navel piercing: does white discharge equal infection? | 12/24/2009 |
| Q: i just got a belly pricing a week and go and now white stuff is coming out of it and i was just ... A: Consider gentler care. http://care.piercing.org/ expains in detail what to expect from a healing ... | |
| how to minimize the scar from a rejected belly piercing | 12/24/2009 |
| Q: i have had my belly perIcing for sometime now and recently it got red and swollen and scab up which ... A: Although there will likely be a permanent mark of some sort, there are some options a dermatologist ... | |
| Dark Navel Piercing | 12/22/2009 |
| Q: I had my navel pierced in May of 2008. I've never changed the ring, or taken it out. When I first ... A: Depending on the jewelry quality as http://jewelry.piercing.org/ describes, the healing and scarring ... | |
| piercing & type 2 diabetes | 12/22/2009 |
| Q: My daughter is 14 and was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes on 12/16/09. She wants to get her nose ... A: Healing can be slower and more complicated. Her age can affect the issue as well, as minors have ... | |
| tongue pierced | 12/21/2009 |
| Q: I got my tongue pierced about 7 days ago and yesterday I started noticing some sort of white piece ... A: The post is too short, and your tongue has swollen beyond its capacity. Please stop by the studio ... | |
| Older piercing has restarted pus | 12/21/2009 |
| Q: I've had my nips pierced for over two years. about 6 months ago they started getting crusty again ... A: This could be an infection of several different types from many possible reasons such as bathing in ... | |
| Piercing | 12/18/2009 |
| Q: I want to become a professional body piercer but i don't know where to start. Do i have to go to ... A: http://piercing.org/pe/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=9&Itemid=36 has my basic ... | |
| Tragus piercing and keloid scarring | 12/18/2009 |
| Q: I want to get my tragus pierced but I'm afraid of keloid scarring. I have five ear piercings(all ... A: If you have not had problems with scar tissue with other piercings, it is not much more likely that ... | |
| dermal anchors | 12/17/2009 |
| Q: do you do dermal anchors? if so,where do you work at? A: I work by appointment in friendly studios mostly between the US East Coast and Europe. Because of ... | |
| A bump on a tongue piercing | 12/14/2009 |
| Q: i have had my tongue pierced for about almost a month and i have this bump in front and a lil pus ... A: A bump on a tongue piercing tends to be from an inaccurate angle that puts stress on the area. ... | |
| LYMPH FLUID or PUS, HELP!!!? | 12/11/2009 |
| Q: Well since my piercing was made a month ago or so on, (it is a labret piercing) i have been taking ... A: It seems that you have experienced normal healing, along with some irritation from the care products ... | |
| Navel piercing bruised | 12/11/2009 |
| Q: So I got my belly button pierced a few weeks ago and it bruised a couple days later and has stayed ... A: Some piercers use clamps or other forceful methods to manipulate the skin when pierced, which can ... | |
| vch piercing | 12/11/2009 |
| Q: I just got my vch piercing last tuesday and it has a little discharge coming from it and a slight ... A: http://care.piercing.org/ explains what to expect from normal healing and gentle care. The odor ... | |
| closing | 12/10/2009 |
| Q: my ear has been pierced for a month and is still closing what is wrong why is it still closing and ... A: http://care.piercing.org/ explains what you should expect day by day while you heal. A month is ... | |
| nose piercing | 12/8/2009 |
| Q: I've had my nose pierced for a couple of years. About 6 months ago it came out and grew up. Well, I ... A: Piercing at home can cause infection, scarring and particularly when repiercing the potential for a ... | |
| I got my dimples pierced | 12/6/2009 |
| Q: About 2 days ago I got my dimples pierced and now puss is coming out.. What should I do?? A: I normally suggest that people avoid cheek and dimple piercings. There are some significant side ... | |
| Dimple piercings | 12/6/2009 |
| Q: Hey I'm getting my dimples pierced in about a month and I was wondering what precautions should I ... A: I suggest that people avoid cheek and dimple piercings. There are some significant side effects that ... | |
| nose piercing | 12/4/2009 |
| Q: i got my nose pierced recently but i didnt like it and removed itmyself two hours later.the stud was ... A: For your safety, leave jewelry changes to your piercer while your piercing is less than a year old. ... | |
| Is it possible to have a nipple piercing start to reject in as quick as 1 week? | 12/4/2009 |
| Q: I got my nipples pierced exactly one week ago. I've been researching the dreaded rejection because ... A: A before and after photo would help determine the progress most easily, but yes a piercing can ... | |
| nipple piercing | 12/4/2009 |
| Q: I've had my nipples pierced for about a week. just yesterday is felt kind of sore as if it were the ... A: Heat, swelling, redness, pain and discolored discharge are normally signs of infection. To your ... | |
| Infected belly piercing scar while pregnant | 12/2/2009 |
| Q: I am currently 8 months pregnant and by expanding belly is causing some problems with a scar I have ... A: See your doctor at your nearest opportunity. Although this may just be irritation from the ... | |
| reinsert navel piercing | 12/2/2009 |
| Q: What should I do if I want to re open my belly button piercing? Should I get it done ... A: Stop by the studio for a free consultation. We can normally reinsert jewelry for only the cost of a ... | |
| I think my nose pericing is infected!! | 12/1/2009 |
| Q: about 3 to 4 months ago i got my nostril pierced and everything was fine and dandy until last month ... A: Often a piercing done with slightly irritating shape or material like steel or an alloy of gold ... | |
| Vertical Industrial piercing questions | 11/25/2009 |
| Q: So Back in August, I had a set of vertical industrials done. They seemed to be pierced evenly on ... A: A bump can often be from pyogenic infection. See a dermatologist or doctor for most effective ... | |
| Navel piercing | 11/24/2009 |
| Q: I have had my belly button pierced for 2 to 3 months now. I have been soaking it once a day with sea ... A: http://jewelry.piercing.org explains jewelry safety standards in detail. Titanium is a very highly ... | |
| Repiercing | 11/24/2009 |
| Q: I've had my belly button pierced twice and both times it has migrated and rejected within 3 months. ... A: http://jewelry.piercing.org/ information on quality standards could shed some light on the problems. ... | |
| Navel Piercing Emergency | 11/20/2009 |
| Q: I've had my belly button pierced since August 2009, it's now November 20th, and it's pierced at the ... A: This looks like it could be a pyogenic bacterial infection. See a doctor or dermatologist. The ... | |
| monroe piercing | 11/15/2009 |
| Q: i got my monroe done a couple months ago, but now right above the piercing is a big lump of my ... A: Often a piercing done with slightly irritating shape or material like steel or an alloy of gold ... | |
| Tragus piercing soreness | 11/15/2009 |
| Q: I had my tragus pierced about one month ago. It is still real sore. It's not infected (not runny or ... A: When you move the jewelry, it may be tearing the tissue, even when cleaning it with a ring shape. >> ... | |
| Healed Vertical Clit Piercing | 11/12/2009 |
| Q: So..I got my vertical hood sometime in March and it has been great since then. However I haven't ... A: When you are ready, it is best to stop by the studio for a free consultation. Often a different size ... | |
| Sore earlobe | 11/9/2009 |
| Q: i am 21 and i have had my ears pierced for more than 10 years and everytime i wear earrings, my left ... A: You may be sensitive to the jewelry, or it might not have a smooth enough surface finish to avoid ... | |
| lip piercing worry | 11/8/2009 |
| Q: I've had my bottom lip pierced for about 8 months & recently I noticed on the inside that it has a ... A: A picture would be helpful, but this could be scar tissue discoloration from oral care products, ... | |
| preventing tunnel like scar from nose piercing | 11/7/2009 |
| Q: Is there any way to prevent a tunnel like scar from nose piercing? prior, during and after removal? A: When a piercing is performed and jewelry is inserted, your body defends itself and soon after begins ... | |
| Monroe Piercing | 11/4/2009 |
| Q: I got my Monroe pierced by my friend on 10/24 the next day yea it was a little swollen. I went to ... A: Heat, swelling, redness, pain and discolored discharge are all common signs of infection. I suggest ... | |
| Tongue piercing | 11/2/2009 |
| Q: What are the risks of tongue piercing? How to take care of a tongue piercing? What are the eating ... A: http://care.piercing.org/ explains most of what you need to know in terms of care and feeding. ... | |
| forward helix | 11/2/2009 |
| Q: I am considering a forward helix piercing, but I have one concern with my lifestyle and the healing ... A: Although you will need to be particular about the aftercare http://care.piercing.org/ you should ... | |
| Tragus piercing | 10/31/2009 |
| Q: About a month ago I had my tragus pierced. THe piercer told me to wash it 5 times a day with soap ... A: Bumps like this could be pyogenic bacterial infection, especially with the yellow color to the ... | |
| tongue piercing and benadryl | 10/30/2009 |
| Q: i just had my toungue pierced a couple of days ago and was wondering if i can take benadryl for the ... A: http://care.piercing.org/ has been the most successful approach to aftercare for an oral piercing ... | |
| Second hole not healed after a year | 10/29/2009 |
| Q: It's been more than a year since I got my second holes pierced and while one of them is fine, the ... A: The jewelry and care are likely to be the main problems. A change of jewelry to a safer piece, as ... | |
| Vertical hood | 10/28/2009 |
| Q: Last year i got a vertical hood piercing, and just recently i have started having some problems with ... A: These are possible signs of infection, and will likely be taken care of by http://care.piercing.org/ ... | |
| cartilage piercing | 10/27/2009 |
| Q: I have read over and over that cartilage piercing is more risky than lobe piercing, but I haven't ... A: One set of numbers would be related the longer healing process, 9 to 12 months on average. This ... | |
| nipple piercing | 10/27/2009 |
| Q: I have read a few times that nipple piercings help stimulate nipples. But on the contrary, I have ... A: Sensation has quite a bit to do with surface area, so larger breasts are often reported to have the ... | |
| Nose piercing | 10/26/2009 |
| Q: I got my nose piercing a month back,4 days later i changed the stud into a gold stud like my piercer ... A: This could be a pyogenic infection, and for that reason I first suggest that you see a doctor or ... | |
| tragus | 10/26/2009 |
| Q: I went 3 days ago to and got my tragus pierced. Actually me and my daughter went. Her piercing looks ... A: The bump could be a pyogenic infection, and may need attention from a dermatologist or doctor. ... | |
| Query on nostril piercing please | 10/25/2009 |
| Q: I had my nostril pierced with a needle 8 months ago and wear an 18g nose screw. My nose is fully ... A: Nose bones tend to be nothing but trouble. Most of them will get stuck, and tear the piercing on the ... | |
| Tragus piercing | 10/23/2009 |
| Q: Hey, I had my tragus pierced just over 3 weeks ago now, and I'm really pleased, it swelled up a ... A: Stick to not removing it for the time being. Stop by the studio for a free consultation and have ... | |
| earring infection:BAD | 10/22/2009 |
| Q: Help me!!..a few years ago, I had a friend pierce my ear for me and months later my ear was ... A: It seems that you have described the signs of infection or allergic reaction. A change of jewelry ... | |
| Remove earring for short period. | 10/22/2009 |
| Q: I got my ear pierced about 4 days ago. However, it turns out that I may have to remove it for about ... A: Sorry for the delay, I was on the road. If you do remove the piercing, make sure to stop by the ... | |
| Possible ear infection? | 10/21/2009 |
| Q: I've been wearing earrings made out of plain metal. Noticing dried pus around the earrings, I took ... A: Sorry for the delay, I was on the road for a few days. The metal may be irritating you, as what you ... | |
| ear ind bar ? | 10/19/2009 |
| Q: if i go get a bar for my ear will it hurt?? how long will it hurt ?? and how much would it be? A: How a piercing will feel is subjective, some say it doesn't hurt and others say it does. Most people ... | |
| Industrial piercing | 10/19/2009 |
| Q: How long does it usually take for an industrial piercing to heal? A: Ear cartilage heals at a slower rate than the surrounding skin because the cells get repaired ... | |
| TONGUE | 10/14/2009 |
| Q: IS IT BAD TO GET A TONGUE PIERCING WHILE IM PREGNANT BUT IM ONLY 4 MONTHS? A: There are a number of risks involved in getting and healing a piercing that could result in serious ... | |
| Helix Infection | 10/14/2009 |
| Q: 2 weeks ago my 14yr daughter had her helix pierced at a 'clinic'. I was not aware that they didn't ... A: Since she removed a piercing after a visit to the doctor, and she is already under the care of this ... | |
| Lip jewelry too tight, causing tearing | 10/13/2009 |
| Q: Ok, first of all, if I have the terminology wrong....it's a bottom lip piercing ring. This was my ... A: Your piercing appears to have torn. It will probably get better, but for this and many other ... | |
| pierced ear cartilage | 10/13/2009 |
| Q: I got my cartilage pierced 3 days ago and just this morning it started to swell up.I have been ... A: Cartilage piercings sometimes swell, but heat, swelling, redness, pain and discolored discharge are ... | |
| Ear Stretcher...Infection? | 10/12/2009 |
| Q: i stretched my ear today in school to a size 2, with my best friends stretcher, she wiped it the day ... A: It is not safe to share jewelry or stretching implements with friends, no matter how well you may ... | |
| Enlarged earlobe piercings uneven | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: I have had the gauge in my one ear for about 4 years and I got the second ear pierced recently. ... A: This may require a bit more work. If the piercings were not done evenly to begin with, or not ... | |
| Does cartliage ever heal? | 10/6/2009 |
| Q: I have an anti-tragus that is going on 2.5 years old, and it seems to have never healed properly. I ... A: There may be an infection that you need to deal with. Some pyogenic infections can reappear if not ... | |
| Hood piercing.. | 10/5/2009 |
| Q: So I got my hood pierced 3 days ago. It is still bleeding, very swollen on one side, and on that ... A: I'll guess that the placement is horizontal, and that is possible to have bleeding and bruising if ... | |
| gage sizes | 10/4/2009 |
| Q: What's the next size up from 7/16? Then all after that. I'm at 7/16s now and I want to go much ... A: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stretching_(body_piercing) has a handy chart comparison. Your piercings ... | |
| nipple peircing | 10/2/2009 |
| Q: i have something going on with my left boob, which i got my nipple pierced on that side two months ... A: The longer you have had a piercing, the longer it will take for the hole to shrink. If the skin is ... | |
| Navel piercing | 10/1/2009 |
| Q: I had my navel pierced for 4-5 years and never had any problems with it. Then I got pregnant and ... A: If you wear a thinner, safe piece for a few days, a slightly thicker piece will fit, then after a ... | |
| Tongue peircing | 10/1/2009 |
| Q: I have a fake tooth in the front of my mouth but I really want to get my tongue peirced is that ... A: At the moment, there is no safe jewelry softer than prosthetic teeth. There are some options that ... | |
| Male Chasitity Piercing | 9/30/2009 |
| Q: Hallo i want to do chasity piercing, but not know much about ir. I've heard most simple and ... A: In my experience, chastity piercings work best as symbolic rather than functional adornments, mostly ... | |
| Slight Bleeding on Week Old VCH | 9/30/2009 |
| Q: I got my VCH piercing 8 days ago. I'm fairly sure that it's healing nicely- no crusties, very little ... A: Any new piercing can bleed if the jewelry is shifted in a way that it breaks the delicate seal that ... | |
| piercing blades | 9/28/2009 |
| Q: e.g 16g blade and then once pierced I use a guide that goes on the end of the blade and tapers out ... A: The link works if you copy and paste into your browser. AllExperts doesn't allow html links. In my ... | |
| clitoral hood piercing- no heightened sensation | 9/28/2009 |
| Q: Back in 4/09, I went to get my clitoral hood pierced. I have 2 friends that have had it done and ... A: Genital piercings tend to be more comfortable and interesting when the jewelry is perfectly ... | |
| piercing blades | 9/27/2009 |
| Q: e.g 16g blade and then once pierced I use a guide that goes on the end of the blade and tapers out ... A: The jewelry should be made to fit the piercing implement. For example, all the barbells that I use ... | |
| selection of starter jewelry with metal allergies | 9/27/2009 |
| Q: i'm planning several facial piercings and have finally selected a piercer, although he is good with ... A: From what you describe, you have only work unsafe jewelry and experienced the normal irritation that ... | |
| How can I fit bigger jewelry in my piercing? | 9/26/2009 |
| Q: how do i get to 3/4 from just bigger than 5/8's A: The trick with stretching/enlarging piercings is to take things slow and easy. Understand that your ... | |
| Lip piercing | 9/25/2009 |
| Q: How long would it take my lip piercing to close/heal up? I've hade it for 7 months. Would it close ... A: In a nutshell, it's a bit delicate, susceptible to infection and easy to damage while it is still ... | |
| Lip Piercing | 9/24/2009 |
| Q: I want to get my lip pierced but my job is very strict about piercings. How long would I have to ... A: This may not be possible to hide completely, but there are some options: * small ends with flesh ... | |
| my tongue pierecing is bleeding | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: i just got my tongue done almost 4 day ago and this morning i wake up with it bleeding like crazy i ... A: Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation are key to basic first aid for a piercing. If it stopped after ... | |
| eyebrow piercing | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: I have had 2 piercings in my left eyebrow for almost over 6 years now. i don't take them out very ... A: Your body secretes oil and sweat, and they mix with naturally shedding skin cells to form a paste of ... | |
| Ongoing nose minor infections | 9/20/2009 |
| Q: I got my nose pierced about 5 years ago and am yet to change the jewellery. The reason being is it ... A: It would seem that if you have had the piercing for a long time, and have had recurrent problems, ... | |
| Referal? | 9/20/2009 |
| Q: I am considering getting a gential piercing, maybe a VCH. But I am scared of losing sensation. I was ... A: Derek and Jesika at http://www.saintsabrinas.com/about.html are both colleagues of mine who I could ... | |
| Sizing | 9/19/2009 |
| Q: I want to buy some eyebrow rings online but Im not sure about the lengths. Is there a big difference ... A: 3/8 = 6/16 whereas 5/16 is shorter. You must measure the length of the openings of your piercing to ... | |
| ear piercings | 9/18/2009 |
| Q: ive had the bottom of my ears pierced for years and years but a few weeks ago i bought a new pair of ... A: The bump/ball is likely to be infection. The new jewelry probably damaged the piercing when you put ... | |
| keloids | 9/18/2009 |
| Q: Is it possible that one can recieve an keloid from getting a belly piercing. A: With any piercing, several types of scars are possible. The most common is sometimes referred to as ... | |
| cartilage piercing | 9/17/2009 |
| Q: Hey, I got a cartilage piercing on the top of my left ear about 3 or 4 months ago, and they used a ... A: The bump is likely to be infection. The new jewelry probably damaged the piercing when you put them ... | |
| conch piercing bump after one week | 9/17/2009 |
| Q: i read about someones conch bump here but mine is different; i got my conch pierced like a week ago ... A: If your piercing is a week old, and already has a bump, it may be infection or it may be damaged ... | |
| ear piercing | 9/16/2009 |
| Q: My daughter's ears were pierced 6 weeks ago. She wanted new earrings, we bought 14k gold earrings. ... A: It was probably too soon to change the jewelry. The crust is from raw tissue that is either still ... | |
| Conch Piercing | 9/16/2009 |
| Q: i've had my conch piercing for almost a year now and it still hasnt healed but i can move the bar ... A: Your piercing has likely not fully healed from pressure, friction or irritation from chemicals in ... | |
| skin healing over nose piercing | 9/14/2009 |
| Q: My girlfriend got her nose 4 weeks ago. A pus bubble appeared and the skin is healing over then ... A: From your description, the jewelry may be too tight, and have too small of an end for safety. ... | |
| torn nipple piercing removal | 9/13/2009 |
| Q: I got my nipple pierced about a year and a half ago and it healed without problems. Actually, when I ... A: If your piercing was damaged enough, then it can migrate or reject as you describe. I suggest that ... | |
| cartilage | 9/13/2009 |
| Q: 9 months ago I got my ear cartilage pierced. 2 days ago I switched out the earring, and put a ... A: It is possible that the piercing was not fully healed, that the new jewelry was not a safe material ... | |
| Allergic to metals and want a nose stud | 9/12/2009 |
| Q: What can I do? Silver Stainless and Gold all make me miserable. Is there anything that is ... A: http://jewelry.piercing.org/ explains safety standards with body jewelry to your advantage. What I ... | |
| what are the biggest reasons why piercings get infected | 9/11/2009 |
| Q: I want to get a tragus piercing but my mom won't let me because in her words "it's going to get ... A: Infection comes from contamination by unclean surfaces most likely things such as fingers, equipment ... | |
| tongue jewelry | 9/10/2009 |
| Q: i have a bad cold and cough ever since it started my tongue ring has been hurting my tongue, i just ... A: It could be irritated or infected. The most common signs of infection would usually show as heat, ... | |
| ear piercing | 9/8/2009 |
| Q: My daughter had her ears pierced almost a year ago. She finally let me take out the posts and she ... A: If you were unable to get the jewelry back through, it may be damaged enough to need that tapered ... | |
| Navel piercing | 9/8/2009 |
| Q: I have a navel piercing and i had it done like 5 months ago.. Today i bumped it and noticed a small ... A: Don't take out the jewelry to clean it. Make sure that your jewelry meets the standards at ... | |
| will my new nose ring get stuck?? | 9/7/2009 |
| Q: First I would like to thank you for your time. I tried to ask my piercer this question, but I don't ... A: Don't worry, skin and jewelry do not permanently bond in this situation. I suggest that you do not ... | |
| ear piercing | 9/7/2009 |
| Q: My daughter had her ears pierced almost a year ago. She finally let me take out the posts and she ... A: Even if the piercings have been healed for months, always take care in changing the jewelry. ... | |
| cream | 9/6/2009 |
| Q: do you use numbing cream before piercing? A: Sam, Numbing cream is not needed for any kind of piercing procedure. I do not use it, or suggest ... | |
| Nose Piercing | 9/6/2009 |
| Q: About 2 1/2 years ago I finally got my nose pierced after years of nagging my dad. Throughout this ... A: From what you describe, this most likely has to do with the quality of the jewelry that you have for ... | |
| bump on lower part of industrial ear piercing | 9/5/2009 |
| Q: i got an industrial piercing (2 months ago) and recently a small bump has appeared on the bottom ... A: The bump you show may be from infection or irritation. Peroxide may be helping or may be hurting, so ... | |
| Industrial Bar | 9/5/2009 |
| Q: i just got my industrial bar put in && well they used a plastic rod. i was wondering how long after ... A: http://care.piercing.org/ suggestions for aftercare should be gentler than the soap, and detail more ... | |
| bumps by my bridge piercing | 9/3/2009 |
| Q: I've had my bridge pierced for about 5 months now. I had no problems with the piercing and once I ... A: Your piercing is not fully healed, and this could be for several different reasons. Don't pick at ... | |
| prince albert piercing proceedure | 9/3/2009 |
| Q: I am interested in getting a prince albert so i would like to know exactly how it is done and if ... A: The procedure varies significantly from practitioner to practitioner. For example, I pierce from the ... | |
| keloid | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: i had a keloid on the back of my ear for almost a year now is there any other way to get rid of it ... A: Some people with a bump of scar tissue have had success with over the counter scar remedies such as ... | |
| uper ear infection...maybe? | 8/31/2009 |
| Q: I got my upper ear cartilage pierced on Wednesday, its now Sunday and it still hurts horribly like ... A: The jewelry that you were pierced with does not meet quality standards described at ... | |
| a lump on my tongue piercing | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: I am having a peculiar problem with my tongue piercing. In front of my barbell, closer to the tip ... A: This could be an infection or irritation from the chemicals. Try a gentler care method, as described ... | |
| belly piercing | 8/26/2009 |
| Q: I'm really worried about my belly piercing. I've had it for about 3-4 months now, and i have changed ... A: I suggest that you remove the piercing now, and give it several months to heal before you have it ... | |
| Nose bleed after nostril piercing | 8/26/2009 |
| Q: I went to get my nose pierced. Everything was going fine until the piercer tried to put the stud in. ... A: If you have ever had a nose bleed, you will find that the experience can be quite similar. You could ... | |
| upper ear peircings | 8/25/2009 |
| Q: My friend pierced my cartildge at home with a kit. It feels fine. I just can't turn or twist it like ... A: Consider a change of jewelry to a safer piece based on http://jewelry.piercing.org/ standards since ... | |
| size for labret | 8/25/2009 |
| Q: I've had my labret pierced for over a year and have been wanting to get some new studs. I bought ... A: Do not purchase jewelry that has not been autoclave sterilized. Retail jewelry can carry infection ... | |
| lip piercing | 8/24/2009 |
| Q: Well at school, my lip ring fell out and I just got it done two days ago, so I was afarid if I wited ... A: There is no way for us to know without testing the area. I suspect that you might get an infection ... | |
| Belly piercing | 8/24/2009 |
| Q: When healing, should belly piercings shrink? A: Many piercings swell a bit while healing, and that shrinks a bit when healed. Shrinking of the skin ... | |
| ear infection or keloid??? PLZ HELP | 8/23/2009 |
| Q: i have had my ears pierced for almost eight weeks now which i read is the total healing time...but ... A: See your doctor for help to save the piercing. http://care.piercing.org/ gentle aftercare should ... | |
| how long to kiss with a labret | 8/23/2009 |
| Q: hi i just got my snakebites the 14 of august and i was wondering how long until i can kiss and give ... A: Average healing for the lips to the point where they are a sufficient barrier to infection appears ... | |
| Tragus Piercing | 8/21/2009 |
| Q: So I got my tragus pierced on both sides 6 days and it was done with a gun. Stupid mistake number ... A: Sorry to hear about your pain, Costume ear jewelry is not appropriate for healing, so a change again ... | |
| belly button | 8/21/2009 |
| Q: would it be safe to pirce my own belly button i have done all my other pirceings. which are my ear ... A: Because of issues with the quality of jewelry, the placement and proportion it is best to have this ... | |
| plug shape | 8/20/2009 |
| Q: Will wearing triangle shaped tunnels alter the hole in my ear permanently? A: It might be possible, but I've never had anyone complain about it, as it has not been the most ... | |
| cheek piercing | 8/19/2009 |
| Q: I got my cheeks pierced about 3 days ago. When I got them pierced my right cheek felt fine, but my ... A: It could be damage or too tight jewelry. It might get well on it's own. See a doctor if it gets ... | |
| nose piercing | 8/19/2009 |
| Q: I have had my nosed pierced for the last 4 months, this is the second time it has gottin swollwen ... A: http://shop.piercing.org/ has the safest titanium nostril jewelry that I have had success with in ... | |
| Sores caused by tongue barbell | 8/18/2009 |
| Q: I've had my tongue pierced for about 2 years, and occasionally I will have the problem of the bottom ... A: You might check your jewelry closely to see if there is a tartar build up or damage at the joint ... | |
| ear lobe peirced about 2 weeks ago | 8/18/2009 |
| Q: I was just wondering if it was normal if my left ear kinda itches but the other doesn't. Their isn't ... A: If you are concerned about allergic reaction, check your jewelry against ... | |
| Nose piercing, agh!!! | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: Oh, are you the same person I just emailed? LOL! I live in Atlanta and found piercing.org and ... A: I suggest that you visit the studio to let her change it for you gently. Leave your most comfortable ... | |
| lip piercing | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: Okay so I've changed my piercing 3 times before. I've had it for 3 months. It was fully healed. Then ... A: At 3 months, the piercing is still likely to be delicate. Externally threaded jewelry or any item ... | |
| Industrial piercing- infected? | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: I just got my Industrial done three days ago, and it has been sore the past two nights trying to ... A: Heat, swelling, redness, pain and discolored discharge can all be signs of infection. See a doctor ... | |
| Nose piercing, agh!!! | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: Oh, are you the same person I just emailed? LOL! I live in Atlanta and found piercing.org and ... A: You may have a response from Christina at the studio already. I'll be glad to help. Simply put, ... | |
| Removing a curved barbell (Belly Button) | 8/15/2009 |
| Q: I had gotten this piercing a while back but I want to change it now. I still have the starter in, ... A: It will be worth it to you to travel to Greensboro to visit my colleagues at Cape Fear Piercing, or ... | |
| Tongue piercing problems | 8/15/2009 |
| Q: hi i have had my tongue pierced for about almost 2 months and i have this bump but it look like it ... A: Gentler care and attention to what you put in your mouth that could be irritating should help. ... | |
| belly button piercing | 8/14/2009 |
| Q: its me heather again the one with the messed up looking belly button. it would only let me send one ... A: I am in Atlanta, GA at http://piercing.org/ Randy Adams Tattoo & Body Piercing 81.8 miles 6467 E. ... | |
| Removing a curved barbell (Belly Button) | 8/14/2009 |
| Q: I had gotten this piercing a while back but I want to change it now. I still have the starter in, ... A: Almost all navel sized curved barbells unscrew. I strongly recommend that you visit the piercer or ... | |
| belly button piercing | 8/14/2009 |
| Q: its me heather again the one with the messed up looking belly button. it would only let me send one ... A: The jewelry certainly did the damage. The problems were that it was externally threaded, made of ... | |
| belly piercing problem | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: I HAVE HAD MY BELLY BUTTON PIERCED FOR 10 YEARS NOW AND ABOUT 3 OR 4 WEEK AGO I PUT IN THIS ... A: I got the picture of the navel itself, and it would be good to see the jewelry in question also. ... | |
| belly piercing problem | 8/12/2009 |
| Q: I HAVE HAD MY BELLY BUTTON PIERCED FOR 10 YEARS NOW AND ABOUT 3 OR 4 WEEK AGO I PUT IN THIS ... A: You should be able to attach a photo when you send your question, or you can email me directly: ... | |
| Please help me with my lip piercing! | 8/12/2009 |
| Q: I just got my lip pierced last month. It felt fine and was doing great. I clean it everyday and turn ... A: http://care.piercing.org/ aftercare suggestions should help get this back to normal. I suggest ... | |
| hood piercing | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: I had a vertical hood piercing in May 2009 and for the most part it has healed quite nicely. the ... A: Often a piercing done with slightly irritating shape or material like steel or an alloy of gold ... | |
| belly piercing problem | 8/10/2009 |
| Q: I HAVE HAD MY BELLY BUTTON PIERCED FOR 10 YEARS NOW AND ABOUT 3 OR 4 WEEK AGO I PUT IN THIS ... A: You may be able to re-pierce the area once the scar tissue has 6 months to a year to heal, however ... | |
| lip piercing | 8/10/2009 |
| Q: ummm hi i had my lip pierced a couple of days ago and it hasn't really been bad at all but on the ... A: It sounds a bit irritated, but otherwise in decent shape. http://care.piercing.org/ aftercare has ... | |
| my ear | 8/9/2009 |
| Q: i been working on my ears for about two months now my body heels things pretty fast and well now i ... A: It seems that you may have pushed your piercings too large, too fast. This can result in thick, ugly ... | |
| 2nd holes in earlobe not healed | 8/7/2009 |
| Q: About 5 months ago I went to a piercing place and I got second holes in my earlobe. My issue is that ... A: Aloha Kristen, It seems that you have not fully healed the piercings to the point where you can ... | |
| Eyebrow piercing lump | 8/7/2009 |
| Q: alright so i got my eyebrow piercing on christmas ..3 months passed it was healed , but a month ago ... A: Your piercing was probably not healed to be sturdy enough to change the jewelry or sleep on it, and ... | |
| nipple piercing cleaning | 8/6/2009 |
| Q: my name is renee and I've gotten my nipple pierced almost 3 1/2months ago and I having a problem ... A: Most likely the area gets sweaty, and that mixes with the healing fluids and shed skin to make a ... | |
| care for barbell piercing | 8/5/2009 |
| Q: what would i have to do to keep my ear from getting infected or damaged if i have a barbell ear ... A: From your question it is not clear if you already have a piercing. If so, http://care.piercing.org/ ... | |
| piercing in scar tissue from a tummy tuck | 7/31/2009 |
| Q: I have had my belly button pierced twice after I had a tummy tuck where the navel was moved from the ... A: The tissue may not be sturdy enough to hold jewelry, and it may take a few years to stabilize and ... | |
| prince albert | 7/30/2009 |
| Q: it has been 7 days since i had it pierced i was wondering when i can change it to a bar and what ... A: Stop by the studio for a free consultation if you are in the area. If the jewelry is uncomfortable, ... | |
| clit piercing | 7/30/2009 |
| Q: I am really interested in getting my clit pierced. And have been wanting it done for years, but the ... A: I may be able to refer you to a qualified colleague in your area to make sure you are taken care of ... | |
| Cartilage Piercing | 7/29/2009 |
| Q: I had my ear piercing done about 10 months ago.I thought it would heal by now,it didn't hurt the ... A: If this is an ear cartilage piercing, the average healing time is around 9 months, provided that ... | |
| bump on tragus | 7/29/2009 |
| Q: i had my tragus pierced about a month and a half ago and it had been healing fine up until two days ... A: Often a piercing done with slightly irritating shape or material like steel or an alloy of gold ... | |
| industrial piercing | 7/28/2009 |
| Q: I got an industrial in November of last year, so I've had it for about 8 months. It doesn't hurt ... A: If you remove the jewelry, continue care until it is healthy and normal looking. The scar will ... | |
| industrial piercing | 7/28/2009 |
| Q: I got an industrial in November of last year, so I've had it for about 8 months. It doesn't hurt ... A: If you take your jewelry out, you must have an autoclave sterilized tapered insertion guide that ... | |
| Earlobe piercing shrinkage question | 7/27/2009 |
| Q: I didn't realize an earlobe piercing could shrink in such a short amount of time. I took the ... A: Stop by the studio for a free consultation. Often we can reinstall the jewelry if it has not been ... | |
| Navel piercing bruising/scar | 7/27/2009 |
| Q: I had my navel pierced last year and the bar i was given was too short and bruised my navel at the ... A: This does not seem like a bruise from a short bar, as they are not long lasting. This is more likely ... | |
| cheek peircings | 7/26/2009 |
| Q: hey, iv heard a lot of people have problem with lumps in there cheeks? im really wanting to get my ... A: I do not suggest that you get a cheek piercing. These can be hard to heal, even fairly close to ... | |
| torn and inverted ear during enlargement [cats butt recovery] | 7/25/2009 |
| Q: ok... so.. i have gauges from 0-00 on the right ear it slid in no problem (a wince of pain) but the ... A: You may be able to remove and reinsert the jewelry while arranging the tissue in a more attractive ... | |
| Nose piercing? damaged,infected,discolorated?? | 7/24/2009 |
| Q: I had one nose piercing done with a needle last year and i let it close up.However this summer i got ... A: If the piercing was within the last few days, the black spot may have been where the piercer marked ... | |
| tragus swelling | 7/24/2009 |
| Q: I got my tragus pierced on saturday. By monday it felt fine and had very little if no pain but on ... A: This could be the beginning of an infection. Heat, swelling, redness, pain and discolored discharge ... | |
| Industrial Bleeding | 7/23/2009 |
| Q: I got my industrial done about 3 weeks ago and now it started bleeding (the top one closest to my ... A: If you take anticoagulant or blood thinning medications such as coumadin or aspirin for your heart, ... | |
| Nose Piercing with a suppressed Immune System | 7/23/2009 |
| Q: Hey. I have Crohns Disease and the drugs I take suppress my Immune system. I want to get a nose ring ... A: If the doctor says no, I would follow the advice. Even with a normal immune system, scarring and ... | |
| ear piercing | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: Ok well first off i had my ear pierced for about 3 weeks everything was fine until i attempted to ... A: http://care.piercing.org/ explains how to take care of a piercing safely and gently. Phases of ... | |
| Best jewelry for nipple piercing | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: I recently turned 18 and I decided I want to get both my nipples pierced. I was just curious as to ... A: Glad to help, we'll be here to welcome you with a smile. We have refined the process at my studio, ... | |
| swollen monroe after 1 month | 7/21/2009 |
| Q: I've had my monroe done for about 5 weeks now. The original stud was the kind that the ball screwed ... A: Your piercing has probably been infected from the start, as piercers who use jewelry such as you ... | |
| crooked ear piercing | 7/21/2009 |
| Q: I've had my ears pierced for years, but more recently since I have been wearing hoops and other ... A: A dermatologist or plastic surgeon can easily correct the rip. Later once healed you have the ... | |
| Tongue swelling problems. | 7/20/2009 |
| Q: ok, so I got my tongue pierced three weeks and two days ago and my tongue is still swollen. There ... A: It seems that the piercing was done a bit off center, and probably hurt the muscle on the side of ... | |
| Navel piercing unhealed at 7 months | 7/20/2009 |
| Q: I've had my belly button pierced for 7 months now and I still don't think it has healed properly or ... A: Several factors weigh in to prevent healing. Do you sleep on the piercing? Is your jewelry loose ... | |
| Ear piercing problems | 7/18/2009 |
| Q: I'm worried about one of my ear piercings. I got my ears pierced for the first time 2 months ago, ... A: It seems that your piercing was not healed enough for you to remove it safely without the hole ... | |
| lip piercing | 7/17/2009 |
| Q: july 3 i got my lip pierced and it been fine till like 2 3 days aqo. one niqht i just woken up w a ... A: It seems that you may have damaged the piercing in your sleep, and you may have an infection. The ... | |
| infections with body piercings | 7/17/2009 |
| Q: Which piercing has more of a infection rate: the tongue or the navel? A: There are no legitimate double blind clinical research studies on piercings and their different ... | |
| Myths about the tragus piercing | 7/16/2009 |
| Q: In Feb. of 2008 I got my helix pierced. I had it for about 9 months when my teacher made me take it ... A: Nonsense. Piercings do not cause paralysis. They can be done poorly, with inappropriate jewelry or ... | |
| Bump on Industrial Piercing | 7/15/2009 |
| Q: I had my industrial done on April 17. Its healing quite nicely and doesnt hurt anymore but where the ... A: This could just be damage from the piercing, or the angle may not exit properly. In many cases this ... | |
| Transverse Problem | 7/14/2009 |
| Q: I have had a transverse/horizontal earlobe piercing for about 8 weeks. This morning when I woke up ... A: This seems like you may have slept on the piercing, but do check the balls to ensure that they are ... | |
| about my belly button piercing | 7/13/2009 |
| Q: i got my belly button pierced 3 months ago in april and on the area of the piercing is kind of red ... A: The irritation and infection you experience is likely because your piercing is not healed yet. Even ... | |
| ear gauges | 7/12/2009 |
| Q: is there anyway to fix uneven ear gauges? my left ar is perfect and points straight while my right ... A: You might be able to tuck the tissue into a pair of eyelets or plugs in a way that is more appealing ... | |
| closing bridge piercing | 7/12/2009 |
| Q: i have a bridge piercing and i was wondering in case i dont want it any more if it closes and how ... A: If you take the jewelry out, the piercing will shrink, but most likely there will still be some sort ... | |
| industrial piercing | 7/11/2009 |
| Q: ok so i got it about 4 months ago and at fist i thought it was infected so i cleaned it more often ... A: Peroxide if used carefully might help. Please consider the most important two things 1. to change ... | |
| Navel Piercing has Bump and Discoloration | 7/11/2009 |
| Q: It was done with an approved captive ring, that I hated. It was just too large for my taste and ... A: This seems to have been a jewelry problem from the start, but we should not rule out infection. ... | |
| keliods | 7/10/2009 |
| Q: i Have a keloid on my piercing how do i make it dissapear? A: Often a piercing done with slightly irritating material like steel or an alloy of gold (usually ... | |
| lip jewerly embedding | 7/8/2009 |
| Q: i got my labret pierced a few days ago and it looks like the skin on the inside of my lips is going ... A: http://tongue.piercing.org/ explains details of what you should expect from most oral piercings. ... | |
| belly piercing infection | 7/8/2009 |
| Q: I've had my belly pierced for about 2 months. It was fine until it started swelling and a little ... A: Both the product and the stomach sleeping will work against your healing process. The jewelry may be ... | |
| tragus piercing | 7/7/2009 |
| Q: i had my tragus pierced 2 months ago, after one person told me my tragus was too small.. it was all ... A: http://care.piercing.org/ can get you on the right track again with gentle care and suggestions for ... | |
| industrial piercing | 7/7/2009 |
| Q: ok so i got it about 4 months ago and at fist i thought it was infected so i cleaned it more often ... A: Cartilage can take more focus on care and jewelry quality to heal safely. Handling it and sleeping ... | |
| Industrial Piercings | 7/6/2009 |
| Q: I got my industrial done July 2nd..if i want to go swimming this saturday July 11th..in chlorine..is ... A: You should avoid bodies of water until the piercing has sealed itself well with skin. This will ... | |
| Working out with VCH | 7/5/2009 |
| Q: I would like to know how long after i get my vch done can i start working out again? Thanks! A: http://care.piercing.org/ suggestions can help with details. Your sweat should not be a problem, as ... | |
| Industrial Piercing | 7/4/2009 |
| Q: I got an industrial piercing about 2 1/2 years ago. I was wondering how long, if at all, the bar can ... A: Removal and ease of reinsertion will mostly be dependent on your scar tissue, quality of the jewelry ... | |
| Piercing My Own Tongue | 7/3/2009 |
| Q: I am bought some 14g needles and a stainless steel tongue ring on eBay and am expecting them any day ... A: This is not a good idea. http://jewelry.piercing.org/ can help you with safe jewelry, ... | |
| lip piercing | 7/3/2009 |
| Q: i just did my own lip last night stupidly with a baby saftey pin,and my cousin did her's too. well ... A: Sorry to hear that you two hurt yourselves this way, and I hope that this does not result in a ... | |
| infected earring hole | 7/2/2009 |
| Q: we got my 1 year old daughters ears pierced 4 weeks ago and today i noticed that her right ear lobe ... A: http://care.piercing.org/ can help, with gentle care suggestions instead of the solution which can ... | |
| bump near nose piercing | 7/2/2009 |
| Q: My 14 year old daughter got her nose pierced 2 months ago. It was healing fine. About 1 month ago a ... A: This could be infection or irritation, if the symptoms persist, see a doctor or dermatologist to ... | |
| Tragus Infection | 7/1/2009 |
| Q: I got my tragus pierced about a week ago, and it has become infected. I hit it when I woke up ... A: Stop by the studio, and we may be able to put the bar back in for you. This should be easy to do ... | |
| dermal anchoring below eye | 6/29/2009 |
| Q: if my dermal anchor is slightly tilted and the bar is a little noticeable, do i have to get it ... A: I'm not a very big fan of anchors, as they tend to do this when bumped. If the anchor is surfacing, ... | |
| VCH gone wrong | 6/29/2009 |
| Q: Ello, About 10 weeks ago I got a VCH done and I love it. The problem is that it seemed to be ... A: The overgrowth of tissue you describe could be a sign of streptococcus pyogenes infection from ... | |
| swimming after piercing | 6/27/2009 |
| Q: My daughter is on a swim team and is in the pool every day. She wants to get her ears pierced. Is ... A: It is best for her to stay out of bodies of water to avoid contamination while she heals. This can ... | |
| Questions on infected nipple piercing | 6/26/2009 |
| Q: I had both of my nipples pierced in March 2009, and I did use a 14g, however, the tech did tell me ... A: A healing piercing should form a scab of sorts, such as described at http://care.piercing.org/ and ... | |
| Re-Stretching ears | 6/26/2009 |
| Q: I had both my ears stretched, one at 22mm and the other at 18mm. The one at 18mm was really inflamed ... A: http://piercing.org/faq/stretching.html is my basic set of suggestions. Never have someone enlarge ... | |
| Hole in Nipple | 6/25/2009 |
| Q: I've got both nipples pierced but have recently noticed that one nipple has a hole in the middle ... A: This could likely be that the piercing has become shallower over time, which happens most often when ... | |
| ear piercing | 6/25/2009 |
| Q: My 7 year old daughter wants to get her ears pierced. I have been reading about piercing guns and ... A: From http://www.safepiercing.org/piercing/faq/ What is the APP Position on Ear Piercing Guns? It is ... | |
| Infected Indutrial Piercing? | 6/24/2009 |
| Q: I got my industrial pierced a little over two weeks ago now. At least twice a day I've been using ... A: This does appear to have swollen, irritated and scabbed tissue around the edges. ... | |
| Dimple Piercing Problems | 6/22/2009 |
| Q: I have had my dimples pierced for about 3 months now, and i just recently went back to get the ... A: Swelling, heat, redness, pain, and or discolored discharge can all be signs of infection. Certainly ... | |
| Cartilage Piercing Earring Allergy | 6/22/2009 |
| Q: I have had my cartilage pierced for about two years and it is completely healed and fine. I have ... A: This description seems like unsuitable jewelry, and probably not even autoclave sterilizeable. It ... | |
| hood piercing infection | 6/21/2009 |
| Q: I have had my hood pierced for about 3 months now. It fully healed and I loved it. But then i woke ... A: Frequent hot compresses should help soothe the area. http://care.piercing.org/ explains gentle care ... | |
| Tongue trouble | 6/21/2009 |
| Q: I got my tongue pierced on wednesday, i had very little swelling and no bleeding. I continued the ... A: http://piercing.org/faq/tongue.html and the care linked on that page can help you understand the ... | |
| nose piercing | 6/20/2009 |
| Q: I had my nose pierced about 5 days ago. I am a little concerned that the stud has gone beneath my ... A: Stop by the studio as soon as possible to have a longer piece of jewelry with a larger head put in. ... | |
| infection | 6/19/2009 |
| Q: I have had gotten these new earrings from a friend.So I put them on my both of my cartilage.A few ... A: Please see a doctor if this gets worse or does not get better. Antibiotic ointment may or may not ... | |
| naval percing | 6/17/2009 |
| Q: I've had my bellybutton pierced for 2 months now and its starting to peel. This is the second time ... A: http://piercing.org/faq/rejection.html explains why this could happen. The jewelry quality, fit and ... | |
| VERY bloody nose piercing | 6/16/2009 |
| Q: I've just come back from having my nostril pierced and the piercing went fine but as he went to put ... A: Noses can bleed copiously, even without piercings if they are damaged because of many small blood ... | |
| Age | 6/15/2009 |
| Q: What is the youngest age that a person can get a nose piercing? A: This will depend on the legal restrictions in your area. http://piercing.org/faq/minors.html ... | |
| tragus piercing | 6/14/2009 |
| Q: i just got my tragus pierced about a week ago and its still throbing and bleeding a little. it also ... A: Heat, redness, swelling, pain and discolored discharge are usually all signs of infection. ... | |
| Nostril Keloid? | 6/12/2009 |
| Q: I got my nostril pierced a little over a month ago and after the third week I noticed what appeared ... A: Your nostril will probably improve condition with attention to gentle care and a change of jewelry ... | |
| pustule on hood piercing | 6/11/2009 |
| Q: i have 2 vertical, 1 horizontal hood piercing. this morning i was cleaning it and noticed a pustule ... A: You will need to consider a visit or at least a phone call to your doctor if it gets worse or does ... | |
| guages | 6/9/2009 |
| Q: I was shopping for dangling earrings and ear cuffs and they come in 18 and 16 guage, my friend told ... A: From as small as 20g to much larger thicknesses can be done with a needle in most cartilage ... | |
| dimple piercing problems | 6/8/2009 |
| Q: I got my dimples pierced friday. they were fine and didnt hurt much. Its sunday now and my one is ... A: A photograph could help, but I suspect from your description of one swollen and the other not that ... | |
| nose piercings | 6/7/2009 |
| Q: How much would it cost to get my nose pierced with just a small stud? A: info@piercing.org can give you the current piercing and jewelry together if you are interested in a ... | |
| tragus piercing ripped | 6/6/2009 |
| Q: I got my tragus pierced a couple of weeks ago. Today it starting hurting and after examining it, I ... A: Depending on the shape of the jewelry, and the material and quality, the slit could be from a ring ... | |
| piercing care questions | 6/5/2009 |
| Q: i was thinking about getting a industrial,a catilage,and a tounge piercing, i was wounder about how ... A: http://care.piercing.org/ explains this in more detail. Dried fluids will come off without much ... | |
| Sore Tragus Piercing | 6/3/2009 |
| Q: I had my Tragus pierced about 10 days ago, i was actually surprised at how fast it seemed to be ... A: It is possible that the jewelry does not fit well, especially if you were pierced with a ring. ... | |
| Industrial Piercing | 6/2/2009 |
| Q: I got a cartilage barbell piercing about 9 months ago and it's still not healed. In fact, it looks ... A: The piercing may be infected or placed in a way that is stressful on the area, or you may be ... | |
| multiple piercings | 6/1/2009 |
| Q: Just out of curiosity, is it better to wait awhile between piercings even if they're not in the ... A: I commonly have clients who travel for multiple piercings, and offer discounts for such ... | |
| Cheeck/dimple piercings | 5/30/2009 |
| Q: I want to get my cheecks pierced but I want to know how safe they are to take care of?also how hard ... A: http://tinyurl.com/pwjtpa This story by a colleague of mine might amuse you to read. I don't ... | |
| Tragus Piercing | 5/29/2009 |
| Q: I got my tragus pierced about a month ago and a couple weeks ago i developed a bump on the back its ... A: From your description this could be an infection. Heat, redness, swelling, discolored discharge and ... | |
| belly piercing closing up | 5/23/2009 |
| Q: I had my belly button pierced back in October (7 months ago), and a couple of weeks ago I lost the ... A: Any piercing will shrink, so don't force the jewelry back in. You will need a matching sized tapered ... | |
| My navel piercing | 5/20/2009 |
| Q: I have had my piercing for almost 2 years and it has not fully healed. It is redder and hurts more ... A: The placement, jewelry material and proportion may not be right for you. ... | |
| Tragus Piercing | 5/18/2009 |
| Q: i was curious as to if it would be a good idea to try and do an initial tragus piercing at a 6g? or ... A: I would not usually consider a large gauge tragus piercing, because of the space constraints. A ... | |
| piercings | 5/17/2009 |
| Q: Ok I have 2 questions. My first is...I've had my ears pierced since I was a baby. The other day I ... A: First, the jewelry that you inserted may not have been clean enough or smooth enough to prevent ... | |
| Needle vs. Punch? | 5/16/2009 |
| Q: my girlfriend is wanting her outer conch pierced at a 6. She is rather insistent that it be done ... A: I've had colleagues who work at aestheticsbodymod.com in Indianapolis that might be convenient to ... | |
| Industrial Piercing | 5/15/2009 |
| Q: I just got an industrial piercing yesterday.. I understand there will be initial swelling since its ... A: It might be a bit early to be able to really tell. The swelling can last for a few days to a week. ... | |
| Needle vs. Punch? | 5/14/2009 |
| Q: my girlfriend is wanting her outer conch pierced at a 6. She is rather insistent that it be done ... A: I don't ever use punches, and the piercings do heal well. However, the technique for larger gauge ... | |
| industrial piercing | 5/13/2009 |
| Q: i got my industrial piercing done around the middle/end of Feb. The bottom hole doesn't hurt at all ... A: http://care.piercing.org/ can help with gentler care and frequent hot compresses suggested. With a ... | |
| Keloid? [possible pyogenic granuloma] | 5/12/2009 |
| Q: I got a couple piercings in my helix and I think I have a keloid, I've attached a picture, sorry if ... A: That looks a bit more like an infection which is causing a granuloma. See a dermatologist and they ... | |
| navel piercing rejection | 5/11/2009 |
| Q: I have had my belly button pierced for about 4 or 5 months now. I thought it was healing well ... A: You should probably remove the piercing before it rejects fully. http://piercing.org/faq/minors.html ... | |
| granuloma | 5/10/2009 |
| Q: i got my nose pierced about 4 months before i got a bump which i found out was a granuloma that ... A: You could have probably upgraded your jewelry and had medical treatment to save the piercing, but ... | |
| Conch Piercing Size | 5/3/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering what the standard size for a conch piercing is, like the length-or an easy way to ... A: http://piercing.org/shop has safe options in 16g threadless titanium barbells and custom jewelry as ... | |
| Jewelry | 5/2/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering if you sold circular barbells, 18g, for the ear? I had my cartilage pierced at your ... A: Currently there are not any quality 18g versions of this style, but we have the captive bead ring ... | |
| Vertical hood piercing | 4/30/2009 |
| Q: I got my hood pierced vertically three days ago. There is a dark bruise right below the top of my ... A: This bruising is not the ideal result, but not altogether uncommon. This tender tissue can swell ... | |
| ear spacing help | 4/29/2009 |
| Q: Hey, I just got both lobes pierced a few weeks ago and iv begun to start spacing. I just have some ... A: Even an excellent piercer can accidentally misplace a pair of earlobe piercings on a bad day. ... | |
| Nipple piercing bleeding/crust removing skin | 4/27/2009 |
| Q: Hey :) I've had my nipple pierced for about 2 months now. My piercer has had the change the bar a ... A: You will probably need a longer bar, or at least one that fits well and has a bit of room for ... | |
| hood piercing swollen | 4/26/2009 |
| Q: This morning however i find that the piercing is swollen and sore i have a kidney infection and was ... A: The sensitivity change may have to do with the quality, proportion and position of your jewelry. ... | |
| Cheek piercing | 4/25/2009 |
| Q: I would like to have dimples at my cheek. If I pierce my cheek but I don't want to put jewelry. Does ... A: I do not believe that you would get the desired result unless you healed the piercing with jewelry ... | |
| my medusa is messed up | 4/23/2009 |
| Q: i got my medusa pierced in November of '08. in the past week, on the inside of my mouth a little ... A: The piercing may have been damaged during a jewelry change, by a skin care or oral care product or ... | |
| Industrial Piercing Infection? | 4/22/2009 |
| Q: I got my industrial done a little over a month ago and I have a reddish purplish bump around the ... A: A bleeding discolored bump could be an infection. The http://care.piercing.org/ suggestions can help ... | |
| monroe scar tisssue | 4/21/2009 |
| Q: i had my monroe pierced for about a year,took proper care of it, kept it cleaned and what not,the ... A: I suspect that your question would be what to do to lessen the appearance of such scar tissue. This ... | |
| VCH problem? | 4/20/2009 |
| Q: My VCH piercing is less than a week old. The area immediately became swollen and the lower ball has ... A: The ball should resurface after apply frequent hot compresses, then the jewelry should be ... | |
| Cartilage piercing | 4/18/2009 |
| Q: I got my left cartilage pierced about 4 weeks ago and if was fine until about 3 weeks after it was ... A: Pain, heat, swelling, redness and discolored discharge are all signs of infection, so from what you ... | |
| nose piercing infection! | 4/16/2009 |
| Q: I got my nosed pierced about 5 weeks ago, and yesterday it developed what I think is an infection. ... A: Heat, swelling, redness, pain and discolored discharge all can indicate infection. If you lance ... | |
| navel and cartilage piercings | 4/15/2009 |
| Q: hey, I actually have two questions... 1) So about two years ago I'd gotten my belly button pierced ... A: Your piercing may reject again, but it is probably too soon to tell. http://care.piercing.org/ ... | |
| NAVEL PIERCING HELP! | 4/13/2009 |
| Q: so this is my 2nd time piercing my navel. the first time i had it for only a month but i had to take ... A: Glad to hear that you were willing to try again, and I'm sure you will be more careful this time ... | |
| belly ring troubles | 4/10/2009 |
| Q: ive had my belly pierced for 6 weeks and it is quite red. it has recently started to peel in the ... A: When a piercing begins to peel, it may be rejection that you are dealing with from placement, ... | |
| How long between piercings | 4/9/2009 |
| Q: I had my hood pierced (vert.) on 2/17, it's healed quite nicely and I'm due for a downsize in ... A: The longer you wait, the sturdier the tissue will be, and the easier the new piercing should heal ... | |
| Anti-tragus piercing! | 4/7/2009 |
| Q: I got my anti-tragus done about a week and a half ago, first with a CBR but went back within a week ... A: Though this area is slower healing and easy to irritate, what you describe could also be infection. ... | |
| tongue piercing/ nerve problems | 4/6/2009 |
| Q: i have my tongue pierced and do not have problems with the piercing itself. however, when i have to ... A: It may be possible to damage your piercing and the surrounding nervous tissue, especially with ... | |
| Eyebrow piercing oozing periodically | 4/4/2009 |
| Q: My question is two-part: first, should my eyebrow piercing be oozing periodically after four weeks? ... A: Discolored discharge is usually a sign of infection, and frequent discharge with bleeding may also ... | |
| hood and nipple piercing | 4/2/2009 |
| Q: I have to go get surgery and i have to take out all my piercings. its a 4 hour surgery and i have my ... A: Any piercing will shrink somewhat, and often more than you expect in a short period of time. Make ... | |
| tongue piercing and beer | 4/1/2009 |
| Q: I got my tongue pierced yesterday and I had a beer last nite. Is it true, to your knowledge, about ... A: A colleague of mine from www.myspace.com/rockstarbodypiercing wrote a rant on this subject that ... | |
| Nose ring | 3/31/2009 |
| Q: Hey, I want to change my nose ring but i want to use the same material i have now, because i ... A: http://piercing.org/shop/nose.htm has the safest titanium options for a new and still healing ... | |
| Industrial peircing concern | 3/30/2009 |
| Q: ok well i got my industrial almost 3 months ago and well it seems to be healing but a bump or bubble ... A: The bumps could be scar tissue in the most likely scenario from pressure, friction and chemical ... | |
| cartilage ear piercing | 3/26/2009 |
| Q: I got the cartilage in my ear pierced today and when I got home my husband didn't like and wants me ... A: If the jewelry is a ring shape, the ball comes off. It is held by tension, and will snap out of ... | |
| lip infection ? | 3/25/2009 |
| Q: er,ive had my lip piercing for nearly a year now and it was done with a normal bar. i have two lip ... A: From what you describe the ring shape is bending/tearing its way to reshape the hole. The angle of ... | |
| monroe piercing. | 3/23/2009 |
| Q: . is that normak? oh and also my ball of the piercing has embedded a hole in my skin where it sits ... A: Stop by the studio ASAP for a free consultation. The jewelry is too tight to allow for the swelling. ... | |
| tragus piercing | 3/16/2009 |
| Q: It has been 8 months since I pierced my tragus and it seemed to be fine the first 3 months. But then ... A: Healing can take time, 9 months or longer with ear cartilage, but consistent problems and a ... | |
| monroe piercing problem | 3/15/2009 |
| Q: All right so I got mone done in like mid january and it's now march. It didn't swell much and it was ... A: What you describe seems like it would have resulted from your handling, and possibly the irritants ... | |
| Still hurts | 3/13/2009 |
| Q: I had the top part of my ear pierced about 9 weeks ago and it's still painful, is that normal? A: Continual pain is not at all normal. http://care.piercing.org/ should be able to help you with ... | |
| lip ring such a bad thing? | 3/12/2009 |
| Q: I've read several of your answers in regards to lip piercings and I've noticed that you said lip ... A: Heal with the stud, then switch to the ring after the tissue is sturdy, 30-90 days later or longer. ... | |
| Bleeding nose ring bump | 3/11/2009 |
| Q: I have a two month old nose piercing, and a few weeks ago I started to get the dreaded bubble. My ... A: The bleeding could indicate a strep pyogenes infection, granuloma or other such condition that I ... | |
| Lower Lip Peircing After Care? | 3/10/2009 |
| Q: I got my lower lip peirced a few days ago, like the "madonna" but my bottom lip. I got it peirced ... A: http://www.piercing.org/faq/tongue.html covers some of these questions, and aftercare suggestions. ... | |
| Tongue piercing | 3/9/2009 |
| Q: I'm a little worried about my tongue piercing i had about 3 weeks ago. I followed the aftercare ... A: http://www.piercing.org/faq/tongue.html explains much of what could be the problems related here. ... | |
| tongue piercing | 3/8/2009 |
| Q: i just got my tongue pierced 3 days ago. they say the intial piercing hurts less then the after ... A: http://www.piercing.org/faq/tongue.html explains most of this. The white ring and the soreness and ... | |
| Medusa: prevention of tooth erosion | 3/7/2009 |
| Q: I am interested in getting a medusa, (philtrum?), piercing. Unfortunately, with the way my mouth is ... A: Aloha Ana, The piercing will cause some erosion of tooth and gum unless placed well and switched to ... | |
| nose pirecing discoloration | 3/5/2009 |
| Q: i had my nose pierced for about 2 years. i noticed it was looking kind of discolored and decided to ... A: This is probably skin stained from silver jewelry, often known as argyria. Contact your ... | |
| Piercing at the top of the ear | 3/3/2009 |
| Q: Brian I have extreamly sensitive skin, I will have to have 14k jewelry can you pierce the top of my ... A: http://piercing.org/faq/jewelry.html explains about other materials even safer than 14k for the ... | |
| Please Give Your Expert Advice | 2/28/2009 |
| Q: I am 19 years old.I have been fascinated with genital piecing and wish to get one. But wish to keep ... A: Glans penis piercing that enters through the urethral opening and exits where the V of the head ... | |
| bump on nostril piercing | 2/26/2009 |
| Q: i got my nose pierced about 2 months ago. but gradually a bubble has been forming around my ... A: Often a piercing done with slightly irritating material like steel or an alloy of gold (usually ... | |
| ear cartilage | 2/22/2009 |
| Q: About a month ago I got my cartilage pierced and it was fine for the first little while and then all ... A: Often a piercing done with slightly irritating material like steel or an alloy of gold (usually ... | |
| New Tongue Piercing Help | 2/21/2009 |
| Q: I just got my tongue pierced about a month ago. I've been cleaning it with alchol free listerine and ... A: This could be either a tear in the piercing if the angle was steep -/- rather than -|- or ... | |
| nose piercing help! | 2/20/2009 |
| Q: I got my nose pierced three days ago with a titanium screw stud and i now have crust/scab/dried ... A: http://care.piercing.org/ can explain more in detail, and has care instructions. Clean it off, ... | |
| Shaping nose jewelry | 2/19/2009 |
| Q: I have several nose screws that I want to shape into a L, as that is what I wear more often.My ... A: Without polishing equipment, you will only be able to render them unwearable by bending them. I ... | |
| Nose: to pierce or not to pierce? | 2/16/2009 |
| Q: When I was younger, I had several piercings in each of my ears. Eventually, a keloid formed behind ... A: It may be a problem, but there were likely other issues involved that caused the excess scar you ... | |
| nipple piercing questions | 2/15/2009 |
| Q: Brian, I am a female strongly considering piercing both nipples. I have been reading heavily about ... A: Diabetics can experience slower healing in extremities that are pierced, including nipples. With ... | |
| LIP PIERCING | 2/14/2009 |
| Q: i had my lip piercing for like 2 months now ,i just got a bump on the lower outside of the hole, its ... A: Often a piercing done with slightly irritating material like steel or an alloy of gold (usually ... | |
| Re-Piercing Tongues | 2/11/2009 |
| Q: Does re-piercing your tongue hurt? I went to the hospital for operation and had to take it and leave ... A: Unless the piercing was damaged, 99% of the time the piercing can be re-opened without the need for ... | |
| Eyebrow Piercing | 2/10/2009 |
| Q: My friend and I want to get our eyebrows done together for our birthdays (Which just passed), but as ... A: If you must hide it, a tiny band-aid should do the trick, or a quartz retainer as shown at ... | |
| tragus piercing | 2/9/2009 |
| Q: on the 30th january this year i got my tragus pierced. it was fine until about 4 days after when i ... A: See a doctor for treatment, as this seems to have been contaminated. Hot compresses and gentle care ... | |
| A few larger piercing questions | 2/5/2009 |
| Q: So I've been thinking about getting a few larger gauge piercings, but I do not know as much about ... A: Eyebrow piercings do not work very well at larger gauges, but you may be able to get it to with ... | |
| How else can I get a license? | 2/5/2009 |
| Q: I want to get my license for piercing but I don't have the money to go to school for the medical ... A: http://piercing.org/faq/learning.html explains my general take on the subject. I do teach with the ... | |
| is my monroe piercing infected? | 2/4/2009 |
| Q: I got my monroe piercing in september 2008 and every now and then it swells up i just changed it to ... A: Discharge can be a sign of infection. The jewelry quality may be a part of the problem, ... | |
| does an enlarged piercing close? | 2/4/2009 |
| Q: For about a year I have been asking my mom if she would allow me to get gauges. Overtime she has ... A: Simply put, piercings do not close. Small piercings or large, they grow an internal lining of skin ... | |
| nose piercing gage sizes | 2/3/2009 |
| Q: I got my nose pierced in New Zealand and have since then returned home to the States. I prefer a ... A: Size 18 (1mm) is the most common and comfortable. Thinner wire does sometimes tear and damage the ... | |
| Navel piercing: bruising, peeling | 2/3/2009 |
| Q: I pierced my navel in June 2008 (I was 19 and will be 20 in March). It was healing quite well until ... A: http://piercing.org/pexy/recovery/recovery.html care information applies even if you are not wearing ... | |
| Navel piercing: bruising, peeling | 2/2/2009 |
| Q: I pierced my navel in June 2008 (I was 19 and will be 20 in March). It was healing quite well until ... A: Try to order from overseas if you can. Perhaps you can find something safe in anodized titanium that ... | |
| Ear piercing bleeding | 2/2/2009 |
| Q: My 4 yr old daughter has had her ears pierced about 8 weeks ago. About a week ago I noticed there ... A: The piercing is not done healing, and perhaps the cleaning was too vigorous or she banged it on ... | |
| Navel piercing: bruising, peeling | 2/2/2009 |
| Q: I pierced my navel in June 2008 (I was 19 and will be 20 in March). It was healing quite well until ... A: http://care.piercing.org/ can help with gentle care and frequent hot compresses that should improve ... | |
| Troublesome ear piercing. | 1/31/2009 |
| Q: I really hope you can advise. I would have normally gone to my piercer but he has left town!!!!! I ... A: See a doctor for treatment as what you describe could be infection. Pain, swelling, or heat, redness ... | |
| Dorsal side penis piercing, antitragus problems? | 1/29/2009 |
| Q: I am considering getting a piercing on the top side of the penis. I'm not sure what the official ... A: The genital piercing is worth a try. Let me refer you to someone in your area. Where are you and who ... | |
| piercing problem | 1/29/2009 |
| Q: I got my lip pierced last friday (it is now the following wednesday night).Everything seems to be ... A: This could be from a combination of things, irritation from pressure and friction as well as oral ... | |
| Belly Button Infections | 1/28/2009 |
| Q: a month ago after I had my belly pierced I notice a swollen and red crusty edge around my belly ... A: A thickened area where the piercing was could be scar tissue. It would stand to reason that the ... | |
| Aftercare of a hood piercing | 1/28/2009 |
| Q: I have been seriously considering a clitoris or hood piercing, but not sure yet which I will be ... A: http://care.piercing.org/ covers gentle care and protection. Usually distilled water, sterile gauze ... | |
| Nosering infection | 1/27/2009 |
| Q: well I been having my nosering for two years now, I took my nosering out 2 days after I got it ... A: Stop by the studio for a free consultation when you can. You can throw away all of the products you ... | |
| Ear piercing | 1/26/2009 |
| Q: She had problems with one of the ears developing little blood blisters and getting infected. ... A: See a doctor for care. Part of the problem with changing the jewelry in an irritated or infected ... | |
| Wrong dimple piercing | 1/25/2009 |
| Q: i got a dimple piercing last thurs and i cant feel the bit inside my mouth anymore and its so ... A: Stop by the studio for a free consultation, the sooner the better. We can get it right back out for ... | |
| lip piercing problem | 1/25/2009 |
| Q: I took out my lip ring to change it and a lump formed on the inside of my lip. I have the ring in ... A: Pay attention to this, and if there is any other further swelling, heat, pain, discharge or redness, ... | |
| nipple piercing rejection/repiercing | 1/25/2009 |
| Q: My nipples have been pierced twice at a 14ga both times, but when I got them stretched to a 12ga ... A: This would have something to do with how they were enlarged, and what jewelry was inserted. Most ... | |
| pierced ears with thick discolored scars | 1/24/2009 |
| Q: ok here is the issue. I've had pierced ears for a long time. I have 3 in each ear. 2 in the ear lobe ... A: The discoloration would depend on how much damage and what material and shape the jewelry was, and ... | |
| Industrial | 1/23/2009 |
| Q: I got my industrial done almost two months ago, and I clean it for five minutes once a day with warm ... A: A clear, closeup photo would help. This may be normal healing, as the skin tightens as it grows ... | |
| Bump beside my nose ring that keeps bleeding | 1/23/2009 |
| Q: I got my nose done a little over a month ago. It was doing fine but now out of nowhere I got this ... A: What you describe seems to be an infection, and you should see your doctor or dermatologist for ... | |
| VCH improperly done? | 1/22/2009 |
| Q: About two days ago, I got a VCH piercing. At first examination, it seemed even and looked like it ... A: Wear loose clothing and have it checked. If the piercing seems to have shifted, visit the studio for ... | |
| Dorsal side penis piercing, antitragus problems? | 1/22/2009 |
| Q: I am considering getting a piercing on the top side of the penis. I'm not sure what the official ... A: I try to stick to anatomical naming conventions for piercings, and as the dorsal side of the penis ... | |
| Enlarged ear piercing looks like a Cat-Butt? | 1/22/2009 |
| Q: i think i might be developing a slight cat-butt effect in one of my ears(i haven't checked the other ... A: http://piercing.org/faq/stretching.html describes my suggestions on gentle enlargement of your ... | |
| is it infected | 1/21/2009 |
| Q: i got the left side of my lip peirced like 2 or 3 months ago and its still giving me problems. it ... A: The piercing seems irritated or infected. The jewelry might be part of the problem, especially if it ... | |
| piercer near effingham or carbondale, il | 1/21/2009 |
| Q: I have been studying piercings and plan on getting my hood pierced. I wish I was in the Atlanta ... A: I have not worked with anyone close to your area, but http://safepiercing.org/piercerLocator.php ... | |
| Permanently Stretched Nostril Piercing? | 1/21/2009 |
| Q: Hell Brian, Thanks for volunteering! I have had my nose pierced for over five years and was wearing ... A: I suspect that the nostril bone you had worn for a while did some damage upon removal as well. If it ... | |
| nose pierce bump for over 2 months! | 1/20/2009 |
| Q: I've had my nose pierced for 4months and had a bump for 3 of those months. At first it was small and ... A: You may have read my previous answers to similar questions. I frequently see this kind of bump ... | |
| tongue ring placement too far back? | 1/20/2009 |
| Q: i got my tongue done a week ago and itz right down the back and itz really swallon and i cant poke ... A: http://piercing.org/faq/tongue.html can help explain more about oral piercings. The farther back ... | |
| stubborn stud | 1/20/2009 |
| Q: i got my lip pierced about 2 months ago and i cant un screw the stud out? can u help me please? A: Stop by the studio for a free consultation or call. If you got the piece from Piercing Experience, ... | |
| enlarging my ear piercing | 1/19/2009 |
| Q: 6mm at the mo and have just put the taper in but its burning and isnt even half way in has my tattoo ... A: Yes, this is too large of a jump at once. You are doubling the surface area nearly, which is much ... | |
| nipple piercing | 1/19/2009 |
| Q: I recently got a nipple piercing a week ago...I have noticed my nipple is 2-3x larger than the other ... A: Heat, swelling, redness, pain and discolored discharge are all common signs of infection. The ... | |
| I don't know what to do about my nose ring. | 1/18/2009 |
| Q: I got my nose pierced in the beginning of december and it was fine for a while and then I developed ... A: See a doctor, as this could be a strep pyogenes infection. Different aftercare ... | |
| nipple piercing | 1/18/2009 |
| Q: I recently got a nipple piercing a week ago...I have noticed my nipple is 2-3x larger than the other ... A: As I described above, a tapered insertion guide should be used to enlarge the piercing and avoid ... | |
| nipple piercing | 1/17/2009 |
| Q: I recently got a nipple piercing a week ago...I have noticed my nipple is 2-3x larger than the other ... A: Heat, swelling, redness, pain and discolored discharge are all common signs of infection. Some ... | |
| cheek piercing | 1/17/2009 |
| Q: i was hoping someone might know how to get rid of a keloid on the outside of my cheek, well im ... A: http://piercing.org/faq/tongue.html applies to cheek piercings as well. http://piercing.org/shop has ... | |
| Horizontal clitoral hood piercing/MRI | 1/16/2009 |
| Q: I have a horizontal clitoral hood piercing, which I have had for five years. I have to get an MRI on ... A: You should not have to remove the jewelry for MRI. Body jewelry is nearly all non-magnetic. Take the ... | |
| my size | 1/16/2009 |
| Q: ok i goit my nipple pierced about # weeks ago and everything is fine< but im shoping for rings to ... A: 6 weeks may not be enough for you to switch to rings. Your better assessment of healing is to wait ... | |
| vertical labret | 1/15/2009 |
| Q: I have been considering getting my Vertical Labret done But I have some concerns. Im worried about ... A: Infection is possible but usually easy to avoid with the right precautions for safety and aftercare. ... | |
| cartilage piercing | 1/15/2009 |
| Q: I pierce my cartilage at monday and today is Thursday. It is red, swollen but not it is not pain. ... A: The greenish color can indicate infection, so you should see a doctor if it gets worse or does not ... | |
| problem with my vertical hood piercing. | 1/15/2009 |
| Q: I had my vertical hood piercing done in June of 2008 and love it but i have recently been aware of a ... A: The jewelry is probably part of the problem. I suggest an autoclave sterilized anodized titanium ... | |
| problem with my vertical hood piercing. | 1/14/2009 |
| Q: I had my vertical hood piercing done in June of 2008 and love it but i have recently been aware of a ... A: This seems as if you have damaged or contaminated the piercing in some way. Have you removed the ... | |
| piercing age in New York | 1/13/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering what age you have to be in new york to get piercings without parental consent. do ... A: It's 18 everywhere, since you have to be at least 18 to sign a contract that gives informed consent. ... | |
| my labret.. | 1/13/2009 |
| Q: i pierced my labret this morning by myself. all of my friends here at school are telling me it's ... A: It is worth the wait to have it done by a fully qualified, experienced professional with proper ... | |
| piercing my own belly button | 1/12/2009 |
| Q: im writing because i really want to get my belly button pierced but my dad already said no and gets ... A: It is worth the wait to have it done by a fully qualified, experienced professional with proper ... | |
| Enlarged ears, jewelry falls out too easily. | 1/12/2009 |
| Q: I have my ears gauged to a 2 right now. I recently bought some earrings and the one in my left ear ... A: If the jewelry fits, but comes out easily try to leave it out when bathing and overnight. Consider ... | |
| Ear lobe stretching! | 1/12/2009 |
| Q: Ok, so I believe that I have "cat butt" from stretching to fast i'm currently at 5/8 and I was ... A: 1-Yes, extra virgin olive oil should be suitable, with vitamins to soften the collagen and elastin ... | |
| Ear Piercing bump | 1/11/2009 |
| Q: I have a seven year old piercing in my ear, it is the second hole above one I've had for fifteen ... A: This seems to be an infection. http://piercing.org/pexy/recovery/recovery.html can help with gentle ... | |
| Monroe Piercing | 1/10/2009 |
| Q: I got my Monroe piercing on December 23rd. The inside seems to be healed pretty well, no complaints. ... A: This seems like it could be infection or irritation. Heat, pain, redness, swelling and discharge are ... | |
| nose peircing | 1/10/2009 |
| Q: I just got my nose pierced yesterday and all day I have been fighting to keep the stud from sinking ... A: The stud is either too short through the piercings or has a tip that is too small for you. I hate ... | |
| nipple piercing. | 1/9/2009 |
| Q: I just got my nipples pierced a few days ago, and they're pierced slightly behind my nipples. I'm ... A: Usual placement is at the juncture between the nipple and the areola, or pigmented area at the base. ... | |
| letting an ear piercing close over | 1/9/2009 |
| Q: I got my ears pierced a few days ago and already I'm really regretting having them pierced. I'd ... A: If you do not want to wear your piercings, you can remove them and care for them as described at ... | |
| Helix piercing | 1/9/2009 |
| Q: I just did my piercing this morning i was wandering how is supposed to feel the first couple days?? ... A: http://piercing.org/pexy/recovery/recovery.html explains what to expect. Some tenderness is common, ... | |
| Industrial Piercing | 1/8/2009 |
| Q: I was with my best friend buying a lip ring and the guy who sold it to her was talking about how his ... A: Titanium is an excellent material for safety and a number of other quality reasons explained at ... | |
| microdermal finger piercing | 1/7/2009 |
| Q: i got a microdermal piercing put into my finger about three months ago. it healed perfectly fine ... A: Once the swelling is down, then you may be back to normal. This type of jewelry has not proven to ... | |
| Rook Piercing | 1/7/2009 |
| Q: I want to get my rook pierced and was wondering what the best initial jewelry is for it and any ... A: http://care.piercing.org/ explains care principles and a link to our aftercare suggestions. ... | |
| BB piercing after TT | 1/7/2009 |
| Q: I had a tummy tuck and have tried twice to get my belly button pierced without success. It ends up ... A: From what you describe, the tissue might not support jewelry. It may require lighter anodized ... | |
| cons about body piercings | 1/6/2009 |
| Q: what are some of the bad reasons to get "somethings" pierced what are the effects of getting them ... A: Piercing should be for fun and adornment, or for your personal reasons. You should not get any ... | |
| My Industrial. | 1/6/2009 |
| Q: I got My Industrial Maybe 2 weeks ago. The Person that Did mine didnt give me any aftercare tips ... A: http://care.piercing.org/ can help you with what you need to know about gentle care and a link to ... | |
| Nostril Piercing | 1/5/2009 |
| Q: Okay, I hate to confess this but I JUST got my nostril pierced this morning and I already changed ... A: Infection is likely, so see a doctor if heat, swelling, redness or discharge appears. Never put ... | |
| Tongue Piercing maybe infected? | 1/5/2009 |
| Q: Okay, so here's the deal! I got my tongue pierced in the generic spot, in the middle (two years ... A: It sounds like you have either irritated the area, become dehydrated, or possibly infected. A ... | |
| Desperately seeking answers! Nose piercing Dark Discoloration | 1/5/2009 |
| Q: I pierced my nose about 6 years ago and removed it over a year ago due to constant infections, etc. ... A: Discoloration from silver tarnish is all too common if you wore silver alloy jewelry, and the ... | |
| Rook Repiercing | 1/4/2009 |
| Q: If I had my rook pierced but had the ring changed too early before it was finished healing ... A: Infection from a premature change or rough handling could cause damage and lead to rejection. It ... | |
| Can i take my tongue piercing out | 1/2/2009 |
| Q: I got my tongue pierced earlier to day, and really don't like it (I know i should have thought it ... A: If you don't like the placement, or the piercing is exceptionally painful, you might consider ... | |
| Industrial piercing | 12/31/2008 |
| Q: i just got my industrial pierching yesterday, and i honestly can't endure the pain, i thought i can ... A: If the piercing is exceptionally painful, you might consider removal. An ice pack can soothe the ... | |
| Industrial | 12/31/2008 |
| Q: I just recently got my industrial pierced and I've been taking good care of it. But there is ... A: Swelling, redness, pain,, heat, discharge are all signs of infection. http://care.piercing.org/ ... | |
| when to reinsert or re-pierce ears | 12/30/2008 |
| Q: My 7 year old pierced her ears and then I took out her earrings one night to "air" out her ears ... A: The piercings seem that they may not have finished healing. This could indicate sensitivity to the ... | |
| Can I reinsert or re-pierce my eyebrow in the same spot as it was pierced before? | 12/30/2008 |
| Q: a while back i had my eyebrow pierced and my school did not allow it so i had to take it out well i ... A: Stop by the studio for a free consultation if you are in the area. In many cases if the piercing was ... | |
| Infected industrial ear cartilage piercing | 12/30/2008 |
| Q: I got my industrial pierced 3 days ago but it has become red, sore and swollen. I have been cleaning ... A: See a doctor or dermatologist and you may be able to save the piercing. Redness, pain, swelling, ... | |
| Bump on industrial ear cartilage piercing | 12/29/2008 |
| Q: I recieved a industrial piercing in my left ear about three years ago and now it has formed a bubble ... A: See a dermatologist for treatment, and you may be able to save the piercing. I suggest that you ... | |
| Sensitive, weeping ear piercings | 12/29/2008 |
| Q: I had my ears pieced once about five years ago. I don't think it has ever been infected, but I ... A: Allergy to metals in contact with your skin tends to be cumulative, and the pieces you wear may be ... | |
| Infected belly button piercing done at home | 12/28/2008 |
| Q: i peirced my own belly button about a week ago. i did it with a sterilized sewing needle. for about ... A: It seems infected from your description. There is no way to sterilize a sewing needle or jewelry at ... | |
| nipple piercing problems | 12/28/2008 |
| Q: got my nipple pierced about 5.5 months ago (12g vertical barbell). At first I had no problems. I ... A: From what you describe, the tenderness, pain and bleeding could be a streptococcus pyogenes ... | |
| Cleaning Nipple rings | 12/28/2008 |
| Q: Hey, I have been using h2ocean on my belly ring to clean it and it has been working well. But I'm ... A: I don't suggest either method or product for piercing aftercare. I've noticed that it is easy to ... | |
| Monroe piercing digging into skin | 12/26/2008 |
| Q: I just got my Marilyn Monroe piercing three days ago. Its a little red and the soreness has almost ... A: Your jewelry seems already too short to allow for the swelling that you describe if it digs in on ... | |
| Septum piercing | 12/25/2008 |
| Q: I have a flesh colored lump on the inside of my left nostril right above the entry point of my ... A: Looks like it could be a cyst or abscess, and should have medical attention to be removed. ... | |
| Ear Piercing | 12/24/2008 |
| Q: I'm 18 and want to get my cartilage pierced in my ear. Later in life I plan to interview for some ... A: A piercing in the ear cartilage, like all other piercings will leave a permanent mark or scar of ... | |
| gauged snakebites extreme swelling | 12/23/2008 |
| Q: I've had my snakebites for about a year now and I had them gauged to a 6g for about four months. ... A: This seems like it either could be infected or crushed tissue. Ice can help with the swelling as ... | |
| Navel peircing concerns | 12/23/2008 |
| Q: I have had my navel piercing for about two weeks now and I have a few concerns. First, my navel ... A: Your piercing is probably normal. The secretions usually dry and form a bit of a scab/crust and you ... | |
| Infection for ear cartilage | 12/23/2008 |
| Q: I got my rook pierced about 3 months ago and have had no problems until recently. A cist like thing ... A: See a doctor for treatment as soon as possible, and consider a change of jewelry to a new, safe ... | |
| belly button pircing gone septic | 12/22/2008 |
| Q: I got my belly button pierced on 2nd of September. I has healed since then but in the last 48 hours ... A: See a doctor for treatment as soon as possible, and consider a change of jewelry to a new, safe ... | |
| rook infection | 12/21/2008 |
| Q: I pierced my rook mid October of 2008 and i had no problems with it at all never swelled, got red or ... A: It seems that you should see a doctor as soon as possible for treatment to save the piercing. In ... | |
| Navel piercing | 12/21/2008 |
| Q: I tried to put it back in but it wont fit all the way through. Is there anyway i can stretch the top ... A: You noticed that piercings commonly shrink, and often faster than you might expect. Stop by for a ... | |
| industrial bumps | 12/20/2008 |
| Q: I got my industrial about 2 months ago now, and there are two bumps outside of each hole. it's still ... A: These bumps could be streptococcus pyogenes infection from handling or sleeping on it. They could ... | |
| My ear piercing keeps getting infected. | 12/20/2008 |
| Q: I have previously had my ears pierced 3 different times in the same spot (ear lobes). However i had ... A: Infection could easily have come from the piercing device or other implements used during the ... | |
| Navel piercing thinning out...or not? | 12/18/2008 |
| Q: I've had my belly button re-pierced behind the scar tissue after 10 months from removing it because ... A: From the look of it, the tissue is swollen, probably either waterlogged or irritated by the ... | |
| Surface piercings | 12/18/2008 |
| Q: About a year ago I got two surface piercings on my hip. They were doing great for two and a half ... A: Some clients report that scar reduction can often be accomplished with an over the counter product ... | |
| navel piercing materials | 12/18/2008 |
| Q: so what would you recomend, the PTFE material or the regular titanium? what are threading issues? A: The autoclave sterilized anodized titanium internally threaded curved barbell jewelry would work ... | |
| Navel piercing thinning out...or not? | 12/17/2008 |
| Q: I've had my belly button re-pierced behind the scar tissue after 10 months from removing it because ... A: If it seems thinner, and it migrated before, it probably is rejecting again. The salt and oils ... | |
| Enlarged ear piercings and irritation | 12/17/2008 |
| Q: My boyfriend has gauged ears and has had them for a couple of years now. When he has the earings in, ... A: This may be allergic reaction or sensitivity he has developed to the jewelry or bathing/hair ... | |
| cartilage piercing smells funny | 12/16/2008 |
| Q: i got a scaffold piercing about 5 months ago there is no pain no redness no discharge or anything at ... A: The smell could be from dead skin other bodily secretions and residues from your bathing products ... | |
| Is there a meaning to which side one gets a piercing? | 12/11/2008 |
| Q: what side should a straight guy get his nose pierced? A: There is no meaning in regards to which side you pierce anything with very few exceptions. There is ... | |
| Industrial Piercing Healing Time | 12/11/2008 |
| Q: I got an industrial piercing a few days ago, it seems to be healing fast, it's gone from throbbing, ... A: http://piercing.org/pexy/recovery/recovery.html can help explain gentle care and what to expect from ... | |
| Tongue numb after piercing | 12/11/2008 |
| Q: I got my tongue pierced two days ago from someone at a shop I'm not really familiar with. Since ... A: The white tissue at the underside of your tongue could be part of the scar tissue from your previous ... | |
| nipple ring | 12/10/2008 |
| Q: I've had my nipple piercing for 2mos and I'm still having problems. it's not sore but it's still ... A: http://piercing.org/pexy/recovery/recovery.html has an explanation of how your jewelry should fit ... | |
| Piercing materials | 12/10/2008 |
| Q: . thanks for taking time to answer me. I have been sensitive to many different types of metals, all ... A: All of the currently available plastics that I have reviewed have unacceptable surface finishes. ... | |
| Is my cartilage infected? | 12/10/2008 |
| Q: I got my cartilage pierced 3 days ago. Once I got it pierced it was really hot and it felt like it ... A: You should seek medical treatment as this seems like it could be infected. Heat, swelling, redness, ... | |
| Possible to 'hide' bridge piercing? | 12/9/2008 |
| Q: I decided to get a bridge piercing a little over a year ago, and I love it. She pierced it to a ... A: The easiest way to hide this is removal and gentle reinsertion. There are not many jewelry/retainer ... | |
| monroe piercing | 12/9/2008 |
| Q: Its starting to embed in my lip . I ordered a 16 gauge 11mm labret. Should i wait for that lip ring ... A: Take the piece out before it embeds and must be cut out. http://piercing.org/faq/aftercare.html ... | |
| Body Peircing Schools or how to become and apprentice? | 12/8/2008 |
| Q: I am very interested in becoming a professional body peircer, but I dont know of any schools to go ... A: http://piercing.org/faq/learning.html can point you in the right direction. The Association of ... | |
| Piercing materials | 12/8/2008 |
| Q: . thanks for taking time to answer me. I have been sensitive to many different types of metals, all ... A: http://jewelry.piercing.org/ explains this in detail. I suggest anodized titanium for healing, and ... | |
| nose piercing | 12/7/2008 |
| Q: I have had my nose pierced for about 6 months now and I want to change it how ever mine has a huge ... A: The best route for removal with the nose bone type of jewelry is to cut the ball off with pincers. ... | |
| 2 week old ear piercing behaving oddly.. | 12/5/2008 |
| Q: Roughly 2 weeks ago I got a second piercing in my right earlobe. I already have three piercings in ... A: Swelling, redness, heat, pain and or discolored discharge can all be signs of infection. Often ... | |
| I want to get a navel piecing for my 20th birthday but.... | 12/3/2008 |
| Q: There seems like there are so many risks that come with a navel piercing that Im starting to 2nd ... A: http://piercing.org/pexy/recovery/recovery.html covers most of your questions regarding care, ... | |
| Industrial swelling | 12/2/2008 |
| Q: I recently got an industrial piercing, about a week ago. At first it swelled around the area where ... A: Pain, swelling, discolored discharge and redness all can indicate infection. Your jewelry might not ... | |
| I think my industrial piercing is infected | 12/2/2008 |
| Q: Ok, I got my piercing 4 days ago. On the third day it started to hurt a little bit, but today, in ... A: Pain, swelling, discolored discharge and redness all can indicate infection. Your jewelry might not ... | |
| piercing near eye | 12/1/2008 |
| Q: I want a piercing either on the outer corner of my eye or underneath it, I'm wondering if it would ... A: Both have issues with rejection, and the added issue of transdermal implants is later removal must ... | |
| Scars [keloid?] | 11/29/2008 |
| Q: I don't have any piercing because I keloid. I was thinking of getting my tongue pierced will it ... A: http://piercing.org/faq/tongue.html speaks to this in some detail. Tongue scarring is pretty ... | |
| Crooked Navel Piercing/re-pierce? | 11/28/2008 |
| Q: on the 25th I actually got my navel pierced at Piercing Experience because I had heard such ... A: Taping takes a few weeks to make a difference, but it does work like braces or a retainer for your ... | |
| Belly button re-piercing | 11/28/2008 |
| Q: About 2 years ago, I had gotten my belly button pierced. But then about a year ago, I was out ... A: When the scarred area is about the same color and texture as the surrounding area, you should be ... | |
| Ear stretching [need to let it shrink] | 11/27/2008 |
| Q: I've had my ear lobe stretched to 1cm for about a year and I did it really slowly and carefully so ... A: The piercing will only shrink if damaged, and that will scar badly in most cases. Visit a ... | |
| ear piercing infection | 11/27/2008 |
| Q: I got my first ear piercings this past June. Two weeks later, they got infected, but the infection ... A: You have probably not fully healed from the damage and infection. Don't scrape, leave it alone until ... | |
| Tragus question | 11/27/2008 |
| Q: I had my tragus pierced in March (2008). For a few months it was fine and healing nicely. Then i ... A: See a dermatologist or doctor, and in the meantime you should have better results with the care ... | |
| blackish discharge for enlarged ear piercings | 11/26/2008 |
| Q: I have my ear pierced and have streched the holes to zero. Lately while cleaning the hole Ive ... A: Discolored discharge could be a sign of infection, see a dermatologist to be careful and for ... | |
| navel piercing infection | 11/26/2008 |
| Q: I have had my navel pierced for about 3 years now and I believe that it has gotten infected. The ... A: Sorry for the delay in my response as I've been on the road. Even an old piercing can become ... | |
| Brand New Dermal Anchors/Bumps on Bridge Piercing | 11/25/2008 |
| Q: I suppose this is a two-part question, of which both parts have nothing to do with one another-- ... A: For the transdermal implant [anchor], it would be best to go back to your piercer, even if you have ... | |
| Nostril piercing | 11/25/2008 |
| Q: I just got my left nostril pierced 3 days ago and a stud inserted. So far I have not had any ... A: You should be able to have the jewelry changed using sterile precautions to a new autoclave ... | |
| Nipple Piercing Weird Smell from smegma | 11/24/2008 |
| Q: I had my nipples pierced about 10 months ago with no problems, and I am happy with them except that ... A: The smell probably worsens with unsterilized low quality retail jewelry from bacteria, but some ... | |
| help | 11/23/2008 |
| Q: i stretched my ear to a 5mm,i kept each stretcher in for about one week,i kept my 5mm in for ten ... A: From what you describe it seems that you cut the circulation off to the tissue by stretching more ... | |
| nipple piercing, taper questions | 11/23/2008 |
| Q: I am a female with both nipples pierced,they are a month old,since yesterday,today I used a 12gauge ... A: It seems that you can now have some relief. http://care.piercing.org/ can help you understand the ... | |
| nipple piercing, taper questions | 11/23/2008 |
| Q: I am a female with both nipples pierced,they are a month old,since yesterday,today I used a 12gauge ... A: If it hurt, something was wrong. It seems that the area was torn and may now be infected from your ... | |
| vertical labret position | 11/22/2008 |
| Q: i got my vertical labret pierced 2 days ago and was looking in the mirror and when my mouth is ... A: It could be anywhere you like, but in practical context, the top ball is usually visible with the ... | |
| Navel Piercing | 11/21/2008 |
| Q: I had my navel pierced in August and it is now November. Everyday I clean it with dial soap, but ... A: Change to gentler care http://care.piercing.org/ describes why and how, and pay specific attention ... | |
| pierced nipples still can change shape, such as raising when cold | 11/21/2008 |
| Q: I was wondering after u get your nipples pierced do they still get hard?????? please help me i am a ... A: Yes, and they tend to be sensitive while healing, and develop new sensations after they are healed ... | |
| nipple, triangle piercings | 11/20/2008 |
| Q: just had nipples pierced, going good cept for my rings are tight and hard to move, it has been 3 ... A: Don't move the rings, they are not healed. When you move the jewelry, you irritate the interior, and ... | |
| Nose Ring Infection | 11/20/2008 |
| Q: Help! My nose ring got really infected, so I went to the doctor. She told me to take it out and gave ... A: That applies to removal when you have not seen a doctor. The doctor's advice may be better, as she ... | |
| Flakey skin and delayed healing | 11/19/2008 |
| Q: My 4-year-old daughter had her ears pierced over a year ago. Generally speaking they healed well ... A: This could be infection or allergic reaction to the material, even in just one ear. This often ... | |
| [probably not a] keloid on the underside of tongue | 11/18/2008 |
| Q: i have had my tongue pierced for about a year now. I have recently developed a keloid on the bottom ... A: http://piercing.org/faq/tongue.html describes some of the issues with tongue jewelry, what I've had ... | |
| bruising and industrial piercing | 11/18/2008 |
| Q: I got an industrial piercing two days ago, and i noticed this morning that my ear is very bruised ... A: Bruising may be possible, but not really ideal. If your piercer expected bruising, that could ... | |
| Spacers. | 11/17/2008 |
| Q: I'm thinking about spacers, but intend to go into a professional field later in life. What is the ... A: The smaller the better, as enlarged piercings don't close much on average. ... | |
| nose piercing complication.. | 11/17/2008 |
| Q: I got my nose pierced 3 weeks ago. At first the nose screw was too tight, and I went in to get it ... A: Patience with the damage done may be necessary. In cases like this, I usually find that the nostril ... | |
| Nose Bone type jewelry trapped in piercing | 11/17/2008 |
| Q: I got my nose pierced back in January 2008 - about 2 weeks after I got it pierced the stud went all ... A: I note many problems with nostril screws and nose bone as you described for this and numerous other ... | |
| Navel piercing thickened scar [probably not a keloid] | 11/16/2008 |
| Q: I had my belly button pierced for 4 months and the ball came off of my ring while sleeping. When I ... A: See a dermatologist for further scar treatment options. I don't usually use the term keloid to ... | |
| Eyebrow piercing | 11/16/2008 |
| Q: i've had my eyebrow piercing for about a year now and i've had constant bumps popping up at the side ... A: This seems like an infection that has abscessed. Please see a dermatologist for treatment and scar ... | |
| Tragus/migraines association | 11/15/2008 |
| Q: I recently heard that having your Tragus pierced can reduce or eliminate migraines. As I suffer from ... A: Talk to your acupuncturist about this if you are interested in using piercing as a treatment. The ... | |
| Taper Suplement? | 11/15/2008 |
| Q: i am back with yet another question, i am finally in the process of stretching my ears back out, and ... A: http://piercing.org/faq/stretching.html explains my favored method for enlarging a piercing, and ... | |
| new ear-lobe piercing | 11/15/2008 |
| Q: i just got my ears pierced last friday, (at claire's, i know, not the coolest studio) and now im ... A: http://safepiercing.org/FAQ.html explains problems with stud guns in detail. 1> Yes destruction of ... | |
| Nipple Piercing | 11/14/2008 |
| Q: ive had my nipple pierced for 3 years now and there always been a little bit of crust on the bar.i ... A: Your issues may be resolved by an easy change of jewelry and care habits. It takes a combination of ... | |
| Naval piercing over scar tissue | 11/14/2008 |
| Q: When I was 18 I had the bottom of my belly button pierced. The piercing closed a few years ago. I ... A: The scar from the previous piercing could be irritated, and may be best seen by a dermatologist. ... | |
| MONROE PIERCING | 11/13/2008 |
| Q: I have had my monroe piercing for about 2 months. The facial surface around the piercing looks ... A: There are a few reasons this could be. The most common problems related to scarring on the interior ... | |
| Re-piercing my belly button | 11/13/2008 |
| Q: I got my belly button pierced two years ago, and i was wondering if i should get it re-pierced this ... A: If you previously removed it because of problems, give it more time. It would be a good idea to work ... | |
| How big can I safely pierce my lobes? | 11/12/2008 |
| Q: I'm considering getting my first real piercings and I'm wondering how large of a gauge can safely be ... A: I've had success with larger sizes up to 5mm [4g], and perhaps I could refer you to someone if you ... | |
| Industrial Piercing | 11/12/2008 |
| Q: Okay so, I really want an industrial piercing but I can't seem to find a bunch of info on it. What I ... A: care.piercing.org explains a gentle care method that can help you heal at the optimal rate for your ... | |
| irritated monroe piercing | 11/12/2008 |
| Q: hey. i read your question on your monroe piercing, with the bump problem. how'd that turn out, and ... A: Oral piercings that appear irritated usually get well quickly once the source of the problem is ... | |
| eczema | 11/11/2008 |
| Q: I would love to get my nose pierced but what is stopping me is that i have eczema. My dermotologist ... A: I believe you should be fine. I have experienced eczema also, which does not pose a problem to my ... | |
| Tongue-Piercing *RARE [post-removal healing problem] | 11/11/2008 |
| Q: So glad I could get a hold of you. I am 20 years old, male, & have been going through a big ... A: The damage done by rough jewelry, the chemical irritation from the plastic and the o-ring embedded ... | |
| naval piercing | 11/11/2008 |
| Q: Im now 18 and have had my naval pierced since 15. It is well and truely healed but I want to get rid ... A: There will probably be a mark for a long time, perhaps even permanently. Many of my clients have had ... | |
| Downsizing | 11/10/2008 |
| Q: My gauges are at 1" and I have enjoyed them for some time now, however, they are growing old and I ... A: The fastest way to get a piercing to shrink without further damage is simply to not wear jewelry. ... | |
| Nipple Ring Removed | 11/10/2008 |
| Q: I literally just removed my nipple ring. I got it pierced about 2 months ago, & I've noticed that ... A: It seems that your piercing has not healed, and that the interior tissue will need more time to ... | |
| Monroe piercing jewlery, how to loosen | 11/10/2008 |
| Q: I got my monroe pierced about 2 weeks ago. And i was wondering how i should take it out. Its really ... A: Two weeks is very much too soon for you to take out your jewelry, or even to handle it. Stop by the ... | |
| same question; Tongue bump: is it a keloid? | 11/9/2008 |
| Q: Expert: Brian Skellie Date: 11/24/2007 Subject: Tongue bump: is it a keloid? Question I recently ... A: What you show appears to be scar tissue from irritation. As I mentioned before, I suggest that you ... | |
| navel piercing sizes | 11/8/2008 |
| Q: what size or gauge needle is used for belly pirecings and does it make a differance if the needle is ... A: Do not try this at home. Skilled professionals are pretty easy to find now, safepiercing.org has a ... | |
| Shrunken Nipple Piercings | 11/7/2008 |
| Q: I have had my nipple piercing for over 3 years now and never had any problems. However I decided to ... A: The jewelry should be autoclave sterilized and reinserted by a professional with a gently tapered ... | |
| Nervous about my VCH piercing | 11/7/2008 |
| Q: I got my VCH piercing 4 days ago and I think that it is healing okay, there's no more bleeding and ... A: It seems that you should be OK. Any piercing can cause a bruise if it causes a small amount of ... | |
| Vertical Hood Piercing | 11/7/2008 |
| Q: I had my vertical hood piercing done at the beginning of September (approx. 2 months ago) recently ... A: Heat, swelling, pain, redness and discolored discharge are all common signs of infection. See your ... | |
| Nipple Ring Soreness | 11/6/2008 |
| Q: I have both my nipples pierced. The left one I've had in for 6 months & considering the pain i ... A: Heat, swelling, pain, redness and discolored discharge are all common signs of infection. This could ... | |
| Upper Ear Bruising | 11/6/2008 |
| Q: I just got two upper ear cartilage piercings this last Thursday. One was in my left, and the other ... A: Do not use benzalkonium or benzethonium solutions, alcohol or hydrogen peroxide as cleansers as they ... | |
| nose bump | 11/5/2008 |
| Q: OMG someone help I've been having a bump next to my nose ring for like 3 weeks already I've tryed ... A: Often a piercing done with slightly irritating material like an alloy of gold, copper, silver and ... | |
| Narrow urethra and PA | 11/5/2008 |
| Q: I went to get a PA today but the piercer (in whom I trust - did my nipples and is very professional) ... A: In my experience I have installed thousands of this type of piercing and I have not ever seen a ... | |
| piercing questions | 11/4/2008 |
| Q: I got my monroe done a year ago and I recently took it out because it always got a blister inside ... A: jewelry.piercing.org explains safety standards, and http//:piercing.org/shop has examples of the ... | |
| Tragus piercing does not cause deafness | 11/3/2008 |
| Q: I am looking into getting my Tragus pierced but i herd that it can cause deafness, is this true? And ... A: That should not be true under normal circumstances. Unattended infection in that area could cause a ... | |
| lip piercing at home = infection | 11/2/2008 |
| Q: what can have if pierce own lip, what infevtions can there be? A: It is easy to give yourself an infection. I strongly advise against self piercing. Without many an ... | |
| Upper Ear Bruising | 11/2/2008 |
| Q: I just got two upper ear cartilage piercings this last Thursday. One was in my left, and the other ... A: The piercing probably broke a small blood vessel, much like other bruises are formed. It will ... | |
| navel piercing rejecting | 11/1/2008 |
| Q: i have had my navel pierced for seven years and had no trouble with it. about two weeks ago the ball ... A: http://piercing.org/faq/rejection.html describes some of what you have experienced. In many cases ... | |
| pierced ears jewelry removal | 11/1/2008 |
| Q: i just got my ears pierced today. Is it ok to take out the ones the jeweler "gunned" on tomorrow or ... A: If you remove the piercings, they will close. If you try to change the jewelry yourself, it must be ... | |
| Ear piercing enlargement | 10/31/2008 |
| Q: My 15 year old had a friend piece his ears with a safety pin this past August. It healed well and ... A: If he wears size 18 currently, it is possible to simply insert size 16 when they fit, provided that ... | |
| Bleeding Cartilage piercing | 10/31/2008 |
| Q: I just got my cartilage piercing yesterday, and it wasnt bleeding as much. but today, it is bleeding ... A: Bleeding may be a sign that the jewelry does not fit correctly, such as if the piece is too tight or ... | |
| Nose piercing bleed | 10/31/2008 |
| Q: My name is Saj and I got my nose pierced about 6 months ago. I took really good care of it until it ... A: The damage was probably done earlier, such as in your sleep or while bathing. Often a piercing done ... | |
| numbing technique of piercers | 10/30/2008 |
| Q: I have a question about the sterilization technique of navel piercing, I know you don't use any ... A: This is an interesting question. Well, I could launch into a diatribe about sensation...but I ... | |
| tongue piercing problems | 10/30/2008 |
| Q: I have had my tongue pierced for 4 years and have three piercing in a row in my tongue. I have been ... A: http://piercing.org/faq/tongue.html has an example of the tongue jewelry that I've worn for about a ... | |
| Pustule?Keloid?Infection? | 10/29/2008 |
| Q: I've had my nose pierced for about a month and a half and 2 weeks ago I developed a Pustule above ... A: Often a piercing done with a ring shape and or a slightly irritating material like steel or an alloy ... | |
| tragus piercing | 10/28/2008 |
| Q: i pierced my tragus like 3 months ago and the one on the right for some reason keeps getting ... A: Glad to help. I just answered a question that pertains to your situation yesterday: Don't worry! ... | |
| titanium 12 gauge barbells exist?q [Yes we use them every day] | 10/28/2008 |
| Q: I am looking to get my belly pierced this spring! for the third time..It will have been 2 years, and ... A: This is our most popular navel size and curved barbell shape. Here are examples of what I suggest ... | |
| Tragus | 10/27/2008 |
| Q: I got my tragus on both ears pierced in July 2008 - A month or so after my right tragus was killing ... A: Don't worry! Cartilage can take a long time to heal [6-9 months in some cases] and it can be tender ... | |
| Infected ear (during gauging) | 10/27/2008 |
| Q: i have currently started gauging my ear from a 10mm to a 6mm within one week. While doing so my ear ... A: First, take out the new jewelry, clean the area well with soap and water and put at least one size ... | |
| Dimple Piercings | 10/27/2008 |
| Q: I had my Dimples (more so my laugh lines/closer to my lips than Dimples/Cheeks) pierced about 5 ... A: You should certainly follow up with your doctor, as the hard ring should be normal while healing ... | |
| Catilidge Piercing. | 10/14/2008 |
| Q: So, somewhere around 5-6 years ago, I had my cartilage pierced, with a gun. It healed fine, and I've ... A: The thickness of most common costume ear jewelry is either 20 or 18 gauge, about 1mm. If you pierce ... | |
| VCH piercing | 10/13/2008 |
| Q: I had a VCH piercing done at the beginning of 08/08. It seemed to be fine for the first few weeks, ... A: Glad to know! I hope that you follow up with your piercer to make sure that they know your progress. ... | |
| Tragus Rejecting? | 10/13/2008 |
| Q: I had my tragus pierced 4 weeks ago with a CBR and I'm concerned that it may be rejecting. I have ... A: Rejection is unlikely, but irritation from friction and pressure are evident. Change of jewelry to ... | |
| nose peircing | 10/12/2008 |
| Q: me and my friend went to get our noses pierced on Friday. its been 2 days and my piercing is still ... A: Bleeding after the piercing for more than a few minutes, unless you are sleeping on it which of ... | |
| nose ring | 10/12/2008 |
| Q: i have my nose peirced and i love it. it is healed and everything, i just have NO idea how to work ... A: It's not at all complicated, as the captive bead shape is thousands of years old. It just takes ... | |
| industrial piercing problem | 10/11/2008 |
| Q: i got my industrial two 1/2 months ago, and is was healing up pretty good. then one morning i wake ... A: It is likely that you have irritated the piercing by pressure and friction as well as your hair ... | |
| lip percing wierd red area?Area 51?! | 10/11/2008 |
| Q: I got my lip pierced a week ago,and i've already got over the swelling.I do saline soaks and mainly ... A: Consider less or no smoking, as that can be part of the irritation. care.piercing.org explains a ... | |
| tongue piercing | 10/11/2008 |
| Q: i got my tongue pierced 5 days ago and i havent had any big swelling of my tongue i went to the ... A: It is good that you have plans to see a doctor, and a general physician or Ear/Nose/Throat ... | |
| Healing Time for Cartilage Piercings | 10/10/2008 |
| Q: How long does it take a Indutrial and Tragus piercing to heal? A: The preliminary healing phases are described at http://piercing.org/pexy/recovery/recovery.html and ... | |
| How Long Should I Wait To Repierce? | 10/9/2008 |
| Q: I didn't like the placement of an ear piecing I got done the other day at the store, so I took it ... A: The longer you wait, in terms of the tissue reforming properly, the better. A month or two should be ... | |
| Bump on nipple piercings | 10/9/2008 |
| Q: I've have my nipples double pierced and have had them for almost a year. I had absolutely no problem ... A: The pain of the piercing was likely because of either difficulty in placement or procedure. The ... | |
| closing a navel peircing | 10/9/2008 |
| Q: I took out my bellybutton ring probably almost 2 months ago and you can still see a hole where it ... A: If your piercing was new, the body can commonly take 2 years or longer to make a scar return to the ... | |
| VCH piercing | 10/8/2008 |
| Q: I had a VCH piercing done at the beginning of 08/08. It seemed to be fine for the first few weeks, ... A: The piercing could have been irritated by a number of mechanical or chemical means and then become ... | |
| Wands | 10/7/2008 |
| Q: Are there wands for the unpierced penis? How are they held in? Where would I find one? ANSWER: ... A: Try the link from my previous message, as these are all custom made, and the people at Steelwerks ... | |
| Old Navel Piercing, New Pain | 10/7/2008 |
| Q: I've had my navel pierce for 10 years, no problems. I changed the ring about 1 1/2 week ago. The ... A: Infection and allergic reaction are both possible in this situation. It may have had exposed screw ... | |
| loss of feeling near cartilage piercing | 10/6/2008 |
| Q: i got my cartilage pierced 4 days ago. the guy did it with a gun. now, i just realized that i dont ... A: This seems like nerve damage from what you describe, and also jewelry that may be too tight. See a ... | |
| industrial irritation | 10/6/2008 |
| Q: Please help- I got an industrial piercing exactly 3 weeks ago and everything seems to be healing ... A: The bar does not fit correctly if it touches anything other than the entry and exit points. It will ... | |
| Industrial Piercing infection? | 10/6/2008 |
| Q: I've had my industrial piercing for a little over 1 week now and the top hole is still swollen. It ... A: You should see a doctor about the infection. care.piercing.org can help you stabilize the area with ... | |
| bleeding bottom of navel piercing | 10/4/2008 |
| Q: I've had my navel pierced for 6 months now. I have changed my ring at 4 months because I had to have ... A: This does seem like it could have started to reject from what you describe. ... | |
| navel piercing | 10/3/2008 |
| Q: Skellie, I got my belly pierced only a week ago and had ben cleaning it regularly yet when I woke ... A: Sorry for the delay in my response, as I've been on the road. Please have your piercer change this ... | |
| Removal of hand web piercing, swollen and red | 10/2/2008 |
| Q: Should I get the jewelery removed from my hand web? I have had the piercing for a month now. My hand ... A: Ouch. I don't believe this to be a viable piercing. Yes, at this point you could take it out as long ... | |
| son's ear piercing is too big for dad | 10/2/2008 |
| Q: over the past 6 months, my 13 year old son has stretched his single ear piercing to a 0 gauge (8.2 ... A: This is a fairly frequent situation now, as jewelry for enlarged piercings has been mass produced ... | |
| Snakebite prices | 10/1/2008 |
| Q: I was wondering how much it would cost for me to get snakebites at a professional studio including ... A: http://www.piercing.org/faq/minors.html explains why we don't do this kind of piercing in my area, ... | |
| Nipple Piercing? | 10/1/2008 |
| Q: I've had several piercings in my ears and two of my cartilage piercings got medium sized keloids ... A: jewelry.piercing.org explains jewelry safety standards and care.piercing.org describes a gentle ... | |
| My new piercing after swimming | 9/30/2008 |
| Q: I am 16 years old and just got my second lobe piercings two days ago but I was invited to a pool ... A: This could be the beginning of infection. See a doctor if it gets worse or does not get better. ... | |
| industrial bar probably infected or irritated | 9/29/2008 |
| Q: I got my industrial bar piercing about a week ago. It just started to swell, get red, and puss a ... A: Heat, redness, swelling, discolored discharge and pain are all signs of infection. In many cases ... | |
| tongue piercing seeps blood and fluid | 9/29/2008 |
| Q: I had my tongue pierced 3days ago and there was no bleeding at all when I had it done or until this ... A: It seems that you are healing, but irritated. care.piercing.org can help you with gentler aftercare. ... | |
| Navel piercing - should I try again? | 9/28/2008 |
| Q: I first had my navel pierced back in September 2000 and it healed up brilliantly, with no problems. ... A: I wouldn't try again until the skin and scar tissue have a chance to normalize. Mederma and other ... | |
| first cartilage piercing | 9/28/2008 |
| Q: I'm getting my first cartilage piercing and i i wanted to know if a helix is more painful them an ... A: Both piercings can be painful or mild depending on the placement, procedure and the jewelry. ... | |
| cartilage piercing has a bump | 9/27/2008 |
| Q: I got my ear piercied on the top cartilage a year and a half ago and it has never healed completely ... A: The bump is most likely from pressure and friction during the healing process. Since the healing can ... | |
| Navel piercing rejected and migrated | 9/27/2008 |
| Q: I had my naval pierced back in January 08. Everything was fine for months - I used my sea salt ... A: Consider the bottom instead, especially if you have repeatedly tried the top. It may be pierced ... | |
| side lip piercing | 9/27/2008 |
| Q: I have a couple of friend who just opened a body studio in town and I wanted some piercings so I've ... A: Lip piercings can be a source of distress for new piercers, as they contain easily damaged blood ... | |
| Nose Piercing Options | 9/26/2008 |
| Q: I've looked at the titanium ones that have been suggested on here before and I don't think they are ... A: Depending on your skin, either a custom colored titanium flat piece or a quartz piece may work. ... | |
| Navel piercing rejected and migrated | 9/26/2008 |
| Q: I had my naval pierced back in January 08. Everything was fine for months - I used my sea salt ... A: From what you describe, it seems that your piercing was somehow damaged and became infected. It ... | |
| Deep Navel Peircing | 9/26/2008 |
| Q: I got my navel pierced yesterday and the bottom of the ring seems to be hiding deep in my belly ... A: The shape of your body may need the placement to be angled this way if you have a navel deep enough ... | |
| Nipple piercings. | 9/25/2008 |
| Q: So i just recently decided that i would like to get my nipples pierced. the only question i have is, ... A: Even with the smallest female nipples [often about the size of male nipples] the size of the jewelry ... | |
| Nose piercing a week old with hard area. | 9/24/2008 |
| Q: I just got my nose pierced a week ago and I've been following the care instructions so far. The ... A: Ask your piercer now, as they can take a look at it. Some slight swelling in the healing tissue is ... | |
| inner lump in belly button piercing | 9/24/2008 |
| Q: I got my belly button pierced about four months ago. It was fine for about the first three months. ... A: Heat, swelling, redness, pain and discolored discharge are all signs of infection, and what you ... | |
| lip piercing | 9/24/2008 |
| Q: I've had my lip pierced since Nov. 2006, so almost 2 years. Whenever I take it out for more than a ... A: All piercings shrink, and the longer you have them, the slower they shrink. It may be irritated by ... | |
| Nose piercing at home with Wal-Mart stud not healing, and has bump | 9/22/2008 |
| Q: A friend of mine pierced my nose about a month ago. And we put a "silver" nose stud from walmart ... A: Self piercing is not a safe idea, and retail body jewelry is almost never safe, nor autoclave ... | |
| new vch piercing swollen with bump after 2 days | 9/22/2008 |
| Q: I got a vch 2 days ago. Today it is swollen and sore. There is also a small bump at the top close to ... A: Pain, swelling, heat, redness and discolored discharge all can signal infection. This may not be ... | |
| ear piercing & guage size | 9/22/2008 |
| Q: my 16 year old wants to go from a gauge 2 to a gauge "O". Can a gauge "O" hole still close up if ... A: All piercings shrink, but once enlarged there is more tissue inside the hole, so the amount that it ... | |
| belly button piercing | 9/21/2008 |
| Q: ok i got my naval pierced on may 30, 2008. the surrounding area around my navel is very dark and it ... A: The best thing you can do is stop by the studio if you are in the area for a free consultation, and ... | |
| bump on new nose piercing | 9/21/2008 |
| Q: Ijust got my nose pierced three weeks ago I clean it 2 to 3 times a day but it appears to have a ... A: Often a piercing done with a slightly irritating shape such as a nostril screw or material like an ... | |
| Allergies | 9/21/2008 |
| Q: I've had many piercings over the years, and haven't had too many problems until after I have my ... A: I suggest anodized titanium in a straight barbell shape for repiercing. jewelry.piercing.org ... | |
| Belly button piercing | 9/15/2008 |
| Q: I got my belly button pierced 3 months ago and it stays red constantly, i am allergic to nickel so ... A: Right, the magic sprays are not proven to do anything. Consider a change of jewelry to a curved ... | |
| Naval piercing | 9/14/2008 |
| Q: I got my belly button pierced and it was starting to heal nicely until I changed the jewelry. I ... A: http://www.piercing.org/faq/rejection.html explains this situation and why you should take it out. ... | |
| Gaugeing infection | 9/14/2008 |
| Q: I have been sitting at 3/4 of an inch for about 2 months now and i decided to gauge up to a 7/8 ... A: The silicone plugs do not work well for stretching in many cases, and the inventor, Kaos Softwear ... | |
| Swollen nipple piercing | 9/13/2008 |
| Q: I had my nipple pierced about a week ago, apparently all was done right and everything was ... A: The swelling could be infection or normal healing, as many piercings do harden and swell a bit like ... | |
| denied an eyebrow piercing | 9/13/2008 |
| Q: i went to Wild Ink a couple weeks ago with my mom, to finally get a horizontal eyebrow piercing; ... A: The difference is that the hair follicles can help keep a vertical placement a bit better, but as ... | |
| Ear Cartilage Lump | 9/11/2008 |
| Q: I've had my ear cartilage pierced for nearly 13 weeks and to the side of the piercing there is a ... A: A bump on ear cartilage often indicates too much pressure or friction, though it could be infection ... | |
| tongue and nose peircing | 9/11/2008 |
| Q: 1.I have my tongue pierced and i have had it pierced for ten years and a friend of mine says that ... A: 1 Brain Cancer should not have anything to do with oral piercing. There is not enough information to ... | |
| Monroe piercing | 9/10/2008 |
| Q: I got my monroe pierced on june 24, and it healed fine. But i just recently noticed that there is a ... A: The jewelry that you have may not be a good fit, and may not have a smooth surface finish. The ... | |
| Tragus Piercing | 9/10/2008 |
| Q: I just got my tragus pierced and i was wondering if there was any easier way to clean the backside ... A: I've had the best success with titanium threadless barbells as they wipe clean with sterile gauze if ... | |
| nose peircing infection. | 9/10/2008 |
| Q: I pierced my nose myself in mid-march earlier this year. It healed fine afterwards, I cleaned it ... A: It seems that the piercing was damaged when you removed and or reinserted the jewelry. I've had the ... | |
| Vert Hood Piercing and MRI | 9/9/2008 |
| Q: I have to have an MRI and I am worried that my piercing will mess it up and I really would rather ... A: It is possible that you can remove the jewelry right before and right after reinsert, especially if ... | |
| nose stud | 9/9/2008 |
| Q: Ive had my nose pierced for about 8 months. Recently went to beach and sand was flying while laying ... A: I've had the best success with titanium threadless barbells jewlery.piercing.org explains more about ... | |
| industrial piercing related to tongue? | 9/8/2008 |
| Q: a couple days ago i got an industrial piercing that was highly recommended, but a couple hours ... A: Although this should not have any relation, it seems very strange, and you might at least consider ... | |
| Naval piercing being pushed out | 9/8/2008 |
| Q: I went to a very reputable body piercing studio yesterday to get my naval pierced. The piercer ... A: Weight generally has little to do with it, rather the shape and curvature of the navel. Those formed ... | |
| Nipple Piercing Newbie Needs Help | 9/6/2008 |
| Q: I will be getting my nipples pierced soon at the request of my husband. Been trying to research as ... A: care.piercing.org explains the approach that we take. Although we have tried Satin and many other ... | |
| do gauged ears close up? [No, but they can shrink] | 9/6/2008 |
| Q: I was recently thinking about gauging my ears. Right now, they are not pierced at all. If I decide ... A: Yes, all piercings shrink, but they do not close once healed skin layers the inside. The longer you ... | |
| Healing a nipple piercing | 9/5/2008 |
| Q: I had my nipple pierced about ten years ago, wore it for maybe six years and then took it out. One ... A: Breast feeding is not usually a problem with nipple jewelry, or the previous marks from piercings. ... | |
| Nipple piercing | 9/5/2008 |
| Q: I got my nipple pierced a year ago and from the beginning it hurt like hell, it actually bled when ... A: A ring can be difficult to heal with, and it may not be the right size or thickness. Often they are ... | |
| Problem with new nipple piercing | 9/3/2008 |
| Q: I just got my nipples pierced on Saturday. I have flat nipples to begin with, they aren't inverted - ... A: Talk to your piercer and let her know that the outcome was not as desired, and that you would like ... | |
| Had had my tongue pierced for 2 years and its now gettting swallen and sore! is it infectied? | 9/2/2008 |
| Q: Had my tongue pierced about 2 years ago and healed well and was fine only recently it has started to ... A: The irritation could well be infection or abscess from damage, recent illness or some sort of ... | |
| Tragus issues | 9/1/2008 |
| Q: I got my tragus pierced about 8 weeks ago and until recently I thought healing was going well. I ... A: The bump may go away on it's own, especially if you prevent further irritation. I have not ... | |
| Monroe Piercing | 9/1/2008 |
| Q: I got my piercing reopened about 2 months ago, but I've noticed that there's an internal fleshy bump ... A: This is probably a bit of hardened tissue that should dissipate as you heal in the next few months. ... | |
| nose piercing bump | 9/1/2008 |
| Q: i got my nose done about weeks i go and i did mess with it but it has a bump on it i put cortisone ... A: Pressure and friction are the most common causes for scars such as you describe. The gentler your ... | |
| stuck earring back | 8/31/2008 |
| Q: ... I got my 6month olds ears pierced yesterday and today i noticed the safety clutcb back is ... A: Such a clasp can jam if forced, often when pierced by a misaligned device and should be adjusted ... | |
| tragus piercing | 8/30/2008 |
| Q: my tragus piercing is a little over two weeks old and recently i have developed a bump on the back ... A: You should have the jewelry changed by a professional with sterile technique if possible. This would ... | |
| industrial piercing | 8/30/2008 |
| Q: I've had my industrial pierced for about a month, and it's never hurt, been sore or anything; but I ... A: If you see a bump on a cartilage piercing it is more comonly from pressure and friction, which ... | |
| pierced my cousin's lip .... | 8/30/2008 |
| Q: hey there. umm ok jus to make things clear. i pierced my cousin's lip 3 weeks ago nd everything went ... A: Clearly this is not something that goes as well at home as in controlled circumstances by a trained ... | |
| nipple piercing | 8/28/2008 |
| Q: I've had my nipple pierced for close to 4 months. It has never given me any problems then the ... A: You will probably be fine if you treat the piercing as if it is still new as long as it produces any ... | |
| surface piercings | 8/28/2008 |
| Q: i recently had my chest pierced, it is the second surface piercing in my chest i have had done. it ... A: care.piercing.org explains our philosophy on care and please try frequent hot compresses to soothe ... | |
| my infected ears | 8/28/2008 |
| Q: I got my ears pierced about 7 weeks ago. After like four weeks i decided that i was going to get new ... A: Please see a doctor immediately! It sounds like you were not healed when you changed them, and that ... | |
| tragus piercing | 8/27/2008 |
| Q: my tragus piercing is a little over two weeks old and recently i have developed a bump on the back ... A: When a bump forms, it is more commonly from pressure and friction, as such when the source of the ... | |
| pierced/gauged ear lobes and industrial | 8/27/2008 |
| Q: My boyfriend and I just got our ears done, I got my industrial and he got his ears pierced to a ten ... A: The peeling is likely part from the PCMX germacide and part from residual collagen left on the skin ... | |
| VCH piercing infected? | 8/27/2008 |
| Q: I got a VCH piercing nearly two months ago. The piercer used a beaded ring. I did aftercare with ... A: If the piercing was placed high, the healing can be longer, and gentler care can help. ... | |
| microdermal implants | 8/25/2008 |
| Q: first of all, i would like to ask your unbiased opinion on which method is the "best" for doing the ... A: I do not consider single point piercing so much of a style, as the procedure could clearly be badly ... | |
| clit/hood and nipple piercings | 8/25/2008 |
| Q: I would like to have my clitoris pierced and if not then at minimum my hood pierced as well as both ... A: An experienced piercer and your surgeon should both be consulted. If you have had serious problems ... | |
| Nipple Piercing | 8/24/2008 |
| Q: Brian I received my Tongue piercing from your shop. Great experience and no problems what so ever. ... A: It would be a good idea now to change the jewelry to an anodized titanium post to help finish your ... | |
| nostril keloid | 8/24/2008 |
| Q: I have a 4 1/2 month old nostril piercing that has had a major keloid since the first week. I have ... A: Don't stress! This will probably go away soon, and is not likely a keloid. Rather it is probably a ... | |
| belly button ring removal | 8/23/2008 |
| Q: I can't remove my bellybutton ring? I have had my bellybutton ring in for 11 years and have never ... A: As the piercing is most commonly attached at the top, I would suggest that you try to use clean ... | |
| Infection | 8/23/2008 |
| Q: I'm 16 years old and I had my left earhole infected for a 7 months. I did not see a doctor but now ... A: It is possible that you could have been exposed to other germs and maladies, especially if you ... | |
| Weird scaffold problem, please help! | 8/22/2008 |
| Q: i have a strange problem: I got my scaffold piercing 14 days ago with long titanium bar... it seemed ... A: This seems to need to be separated into two pieces of smaller jewelry until the swelling and all ... | |
| nose piercing | 8/22/2008 |
| Q: I am having surgery for some female issues in 2 weeks. If they have me take out my piercing will it ... A: Your surgeon may take out even your retainer if it is noticed. Quartz straight or L bend retainers ... | |
| industrial piercing help | 8/21/2008 |
| Q: ok so I have had this bar in my ear since January/February and its healed but there is a bubble on ... A: If the piercing feels healed, but still has some bump of scar tissue, there are over the counter ... | |
| I Need help, Im really worried and if someone can just help me that would be awesome. | 8/21/2008 |
| Q: Okay, it is now Tuesday and I got my piercing on Saturday, which makes it three days ago. The ... A: You should see a doctor, an ear/nose/throat specialist preferably as soon as possible. The ... | |
| industrial piercing has a bump after 1 week | 8/8/2008 |
| Q: I got my industrial peircing a week ago and the bottom hole isn't sore at all but the top one is and ... A: This could be an infection, and it could also indicate damage from the piercing, an angle that does ... | |
| Side lip piercing retainer | 8/8/2008 |
| Q: I had my labret pierced (on my left side) for about 2 months before family confrontation forced me ... A: It will not be invisible, as the jewelry requires a longer post to prevent embedding at first. You ... | |
| just got my lip pierced 3 days ago and I think its infected | 8/7/2008 |
| Q: I just got my lip pierced 3 days ago and I think its infected. just yesturday it started bleeding in ... A: http://piercing.org/faq/tongue.html information applies to the lip and tongue, and might explain why ... | |
| belly ring help!!!! | 8/6/2008 |
| Q: iv had my belly pierced since April its now aug. it was fully healed until i took the old ring out ... A: It would be a really good idea to keep titanium internally threaded jewelry in your piercing until ... | |
| lip piercing | 8/6/2008 |
| Q: so I had gotten my lip pierced today and generally I am quite picky about piercings, when I first ... A: if the piercing is perpendicular -|- to the tissue, it should be appropriate. I prefer to keep the ... | |
| Age questions for minors who want piercings | 8/5/2008 |
| Q: Would you (most Would you (most professional Ear & Body Piercers) perform the following piercings on ... A: Glad to clarify this for you: No, ethical professionals do not usually do any ear cartilage piercing ... | |
| Age questions for minors who want piercings | 8/4/2008 |
| Q: Would you (most Would you (most professional Ear & Body Piercers) perform the following piercings on ... A: In the US, the laws are fairly strict on this, and earlobe piercing is the only oversight. No ... | |
| swollen lip piercing | 8/3/2008 |
| Q: I got my lip pierced 7 weeks ago and today i changed the ring to a stud, but my lip has gotten a ... A: When you changed the jewelry, if it was not autoclave sterilized anodized titanium with a smooth ... | |
| cartilage piercing | 8/3/2008 |
| Q: I had my right ear pierced over 5 months ago in the cartilage with a sterile 18 guage needle( i ... A: The piercing should not have taken out a piece of tissue, rather moved things out of the way by ... | |
| keloid | 8/3/2008 |
| Q: I have a keloid about the size of a peanut on my left ear for over 10years due to ear piercing. My ... A: The best thing you can do is see a dermatologist. It could grow back, but usually only if you ... | |
| Repiercing nipple | 8/2/2008 |
| Q: I had both my nipples pierced years ago, was in an accident, they were removed for over a month, the ... A: That paste of dead skin, oil and sweat indicates to me that the piercings probably have shrunk a ... | |
| six year old girl ear piercing | 8/2/2008 |
| Q: Would it be appropriate for a six year old girl the get en industrial ear piercing. Would it also ... A: http://piercing.org/faq/minors.html explains in detail why not. As a matter of opinion, I am not ... | |
| Question about spacing of earlobe piercings | 8/2/2008 |
| Q: I have two piercings on both lobes that are over ten years old. They are a centimeter apart, which ... A: As far as rules for placement, other than the obvious desire to have them look and feel good, they ... | |
| Blood Blister on Tragus Piercing? | 8/1/2008 |
| Q: I got my tragus pierced about 4 months ago with a CBR and a month ago I snagged it quite hard on a ... A: No, as you will likely irritate it more that way. Usually it will harden, dry up and peel of on it's ... | |
| Blood Blister on Tragus Piercing? | 8/1/2008 |
| Q: I got my tragus pierced about 4 months ago with a CBR and a month ago I snagged it quite hard on a ... A: The damage done by your snag broke the inside lining of new skin that was trying to grow. The ... | |
| sterilization | 7/31/2008 |
| Q: I've been piercing close friends and family for about 3-4yrs now. I am not a professional piercing ... A: There are not really many choices other than an autoclave for body art equipment and jewelry ... | |
| is my industrial infected? | 7/31/2008 |
| Q: help me! idk if my industrial is infected or not. i'm not used to having cartilage piercings. so ... A: It could be infected or irritated by friction and other damage such as you describe. Basic first ... | |
| Helix (cartilage) Piercing | 7/30/2008 |
| Q: I'm 16 and want to get my helix pierced. I live in Atlanta and want to know the best place to do ... A: You'll find that the same legal problems apply in Florida. The less qualified piercers tend to make ... | |
| cartilage piercing | 7/29/2008 |
| Q: Ok so a little over two months ago I got my left cartilage pierced with a piercing gun. I knew it ... A: It is probably infected, and considering that when you get a piercing done with a gun the infection ... | |
| Industrial Ear Piercing | 7/28/2008 |
| Q: Would it be okay to use an alcohol-free hand sanitizer on my industrial? Because sometimes I just ... A: Ouch! No, it is not an OK solution, plus it will just irritate the area, and destroy tissue. Try a ... | |
| closing stretched ears | 7/28/2008 |
| Q: will stretched ears NOT close naturally after a certain size because i heard that after a zero or ... A: The piercing does not remove the tissue, and your body is pretty smart. It has no motivation to keep ... | |
| lip ring | 7/28/2008 |
| Q: i had a stud lip ring in my lip and the back pulled threw and now i can't get it out how do i get it ... A: The back should come out the same way it went in with a steady grip and gentle pressure. If you can ... | |
| Industrial Piercing | 7/27/2008 |
| Q: I got my industrial pierced about four years ago, and the bottom hole never quite healed (the top ... A: Possibly a change to a new titanium barbell with internal screw threads ... | |
| belly button | 7/27/2008 |
| Q: me and my friend got our belly buttons done on July 25, 2008 and the day after they are a little ... A: They could be a bit irritated from the procedure or your aftercare, or the early signs of infection. ... | |
| belly piercing | 7/26/2008 |
| Q: i was wondering if you knew where to buy clip on belly rings. i have been begging my mom to let me ... A: There are a few sites that I have seen online for non-piercing navel jewelry, but I don't carry them ... | |
| nose piercing | 7/26/2008 |
| Q: About three weeks ago I got my nose pierced by a local piercing shop, well it looks like it ... A: It seems like your doctor burned the area with silver nitrate, a rather extreme solution, and not ... | |
| tongue and tragus piercings | 7/26/2008 |
| Q: I have a couple of questions. I want to get my tounge pierced but my mom doesnt want me to, she ... A: http://piercing.org/faq/tongue.html describes what should be normal for the tongue. If you are ... | |
| hood piercing infection | 7/25/2008 |
| Q: I had a vertical hood piercing about 4 months ago. I healed quickly with pretty much no problems. I ... A: The jewelry may be a problem if it is not anodized titanium or platinum some people can become ... | |
| Hard Lump/Stretching | 7/25/2008 |
| Q: i have had my right ear pierced twice now, goin for my third soon as both the times before did not ... A: The lump is probably scar tissue, and with massage and over the counter scar treatment gel such as ... | |
| Industrial Piercing First Aid! | 7/25/2008 |
| Q: I have an industrial piercing and it was healed pretty good, but then this morning getting into my ... A: Wash your piercing well and put an ice pack on the area to soothe it and reduce the swelling if a ... | |
| quartz in a lip piercing? | 7/24/2008 |
| Q: I'm looking to get my lip re-pierced, but my job won't allow facial piercings (that are visible ... A: I note that our custom section will need clarification. http://www.piercing.org/shop/retainers.htm ... | |
| Infection after gauged ears became normal. | 7/24/2008 |
| Q: I gauged my ears only up to a size 14 and I only had the earrings on for maybe a total of 2 months. ... A: When you enlarged your piercings, they may have scarred a bit thicker than average, but the symptoms ... | |
| bump beside new dimple piercing | 7/24/2008 |
| Q: I had my cheeks pierced 2 weeks ago with super long posts to accomodate for the swelling. While my ... A: This hard area could be scar tissue as it heals or an abscess or infection of some sort. It would be ... | |
| Piercing did not close | 7/23/2008 |
| Q: I had my stomach pierced and took it out ages ago, its left the hole there and it really winds me ... A: In some cases the hole will shrink or diminish further with scar treatment products available over ... | |
| quartz in a lip piercing? | 7/22/2008 |
| Q: I'm looking to get my lip re-pierced, but my job won't allow facial piercings (that are visible ... A: A quartz retainer, as I sell at http://piercing.org/shop is not my choice for a new piercing. I ... | |
| Bulbs! | 7/22/2008 |
| Q: I had my ear lobes pierced and 3.2mm rings put in in february of this year with the intention of ... A: In my experience, rings can often cause scars that look like what you describe from friction and ... | |
| keloids and my tragus | 7/21/2008 |
| Q: I got both my tragus pirced about a month and a half ago. I think I am developing that keloids on my ... A: Don't use that, it's a chemical burn and not meant for open wounds! See a doctor or dermatologist ... | |
| just a couple questions | 7/21/2008 |
| Q: i pierced my own ears about 4 days ago using a clamp and a sterilized sewing needle, and its doing ... A: Since sterile means no germs, and sewing needles are not going to get that clean at home, which ... | |
| tongue piercing | 7/21/2008 |
| Q: I just got my tongue pierced yesterday and am already extremely stressed out that it was done too ... A: Send pictures to my brian at piercing.org address and I'll let you know if it is an uncommon ... | |
| cartilage piercing | 7/21/2008 |
| Q: I already have one cartilage piercing at the top of my ear but I want another one below the one I ... A: Placement and technique have a lot to do with the sensation of the piercing during and after the ... | |
| Removing nipple bar | 7/20/2008 |
| Q: I have a nipple bar that I would like to take out. The ball is suppose to screw off, but it is ... A: See a professional if you can, stop by if you are in the Atlanta area for a free consultation ... | |
| Removing Navel Piercing | 7/19/2008 |
| Q: I have had a navel piercing for 8 or 9 years now. I would like to remove my jewelry permanently. ... A: Your piercing may not have completely healed, or it may just tighten quickly as many do if the ... | |
| Tragus piercing. | 7/19/2008 |
| Q: I got my tragus pierced just over a week ago, the piercer told me to clean it once a day, (in the ... A: Your piercing would be better off with gentler care and a titanium barbell instead of a ring. Often ... | |
| lump on monroe piercing | 7/19/2008 |
| Q: i got a monroe piercing a week ago.. at first it was fine, then two days later i hurt it with my car ... A: If the swelling and redness spread, or the sensation gets worse see a doctor. Go ahead and see a ... | |
| industrial piercing | 7/18/2008 |
| Q: I had my industrial done yesterday. And now I don't know how long my ear can't be wet? how long I ... A: It is still healing and should be protected if your piercing has any discharge, dry skin or dried ... | |
| infected ear...i swear | 7/18/2008 |
| Q: OK..I've had my ear pierced for at least a month and a day..but I notice my ear bleeding and one day ... A: Piercing done with a gun can be irritating and a source of infection and disease unless the gun was ... | |
| Upper ear piercings. | 7/17/2008 |
| Q: About a week ago i got a piercing in my upper ear, it was fine until yesterday when my ear started ... A: It seems as if you picked up an infection. Ice packs can help reduce the swelling. Often a piercing ... | |
| Swollen Tongue after it was healed for three years | 7/17/2008 |
| Q: I woke up this morning and my neck was hurting and my tongue swollen up like crazy! the only thing ... A: Either you got sick recently or picked up an infection. It could be a cold or flu coupled with ... | |
| tragus pierced with a gun | 7/17/2008 |
| Q: I recently made a quick decision and got my tragus pierced without checking it out first. The lady ... A: Infection tends to show up within the first two weeks, and a gun is always contaminated as a source ... | |
| broken thread in navel piercing!!! | 7/16/2008 |
| Q: I have had a piercing in the lower part of my belly button for at least 6 years. I really want to ... A: The ring shaped pieces do not unscrew in most cases. The animation at ... | |
| double flare eyelets | 7/16/2008 |
| Q: i recently got size 14mm in my ear lobes, what i was not banking on was the ear pieces, size 14mm ... A: So sorry to read about your trauma. The best things I can suggest are waiting until they come out ... | |
| conch piercing | 7/15/2008 |
| Q: i've been thinking about getting my conch pierced (inner ear) and i was woundering wa is the pain ... A: Any ear cartilage piercing done well should feel about the same. None are better or worse, it really ... | |
| closing stretched ears | 7/15/2008 |
| Q: will stretched ears NOT close naturally after a certain size because i heard that after a zero or ... A: The only thing that will make a piercing close is damage to the tissue. In some cases I have seen ... | |
| Doubt concerning industrial piercing | 7/15/2008 |
| Q: first of all thank you for your time in answering this question. I got an industrial piercing in my ... A: Sorry for the delay, I've been traveling from Atlanta to New York to Los Angeles for conventions and ... | |
| belly button piercings | 7/15/2008 |
| Q: I pierced my naval yesterday and the ring fell out today while I was working. How long will it take ... A: The longer you wait for the tissue to become soft and as close to normal as possible, the better. I ... | |
| my rook piercing. | 7/14/2008 |
| Q: I got my rook pierced in Mid-march. I was cleaning it with antibacterial soap only as per my ... A: It seems that you may have both the problem of infection and also insufficient and or inappropriate ... | |
| Ear Cartilage Piercing - Bleeding | 7/14/2008 |
| Q: I got my ear pierced around 4-5 days ago, vertical helix piercing I think it is. Now the problem I ... A: It seems that your piercing may be in an area that is very vascular, and that you may be moving it ... | |
| My nose piercing | 7/14/2008 |
| Q: I've had my nose piercing for about a month. I had it professionally done in a sterile environment. ... A: The bump is from infection and irritation most likely, not a keloid. It is dangerous to change the ... | |
| silicone rubber plugs | 7/14/2008 |
| Q: Do you recomend using silicone rubber guages that are bigger and fold them into your ears, and they ... A: I really like Jesse Jarrell's Kaos Softwear silicone plugs, and have worn them since they were first ... | |
| piercings may be infected | 7/13/2008 |
| Q: ive had my industrial and naval piercing for about 3 months now and have had no problem with them ... A: At this point it could be a pyogenic infection from sleeping on the piercing, handling it and ... | |
| Whats wrong about not using tapers | 7/13/2008 |
| Q: I recently went from a 00 to a 1/2 inch without using tapers (which i usually never do anyways). I ... A: If you go gently up with tapered jewelry for a few weeks, then put in the flares when they fit ... | |
| Whats wrong about not using tapers | 7/12/2008 |
| Q: I recently went from a 00 to a 1/2 inch without using tapers (which i usually never do anyways). I ... A: Consider my suggestions at www.piercing.org/faq/stretching.html What you should do is get some ... | |
| my belly button piercing | 7/12/2008 |
| Q: i got my belly button pierced almost 2 months ago, my piercer pierced it with a ring it looked ... A: As far as a bump on a piercing goes, the piercing is likely moving around more than it can handle, ... | |
| Monroe peircing swelling | 7/11/2008 |
| Q: I got a monroe peircing a month and a half ago when I got the peircing about 4 days later I had some ... A: Clearly a paper clip is not intended to be inside the human body, as the material and surface will ... | |
| Tragus Piercing | 7/11/2008 |
| Q: I got my Tragus Pierced in the middle of may and it was going good for a while now all of the sudden ... A: First consider that it may have been damaged in an accidental way, sleeping on it, banging on ... | |
| what do i do | 7/10/2008 |
| Q: hey, well i had my ear lobe peircing for over 2 months now and everything was good up to now. about ... A: It may now be infected, and part of that could be from damage to the piercing or from irritation ... | |
| Tragus piercing | 7/10/2008 |
| Q: I had my tragus pierced about 3 days ago. I had it done at a very reputable place, and am not ... A: The piercing may be in an uncomfortable position, but it may just be irritated. Some piercer's ... | |
| Right Cartilage Piercing | 7/9/2008 |
| Q: I just got a helix piercing in my right ear, and I didn't know about the gay/straight thing. Is that ... A: Your choice of piercings should not have any signal or bearing on your lifestyle other than your ... | |
| Monroe Piercing | 7/8/2008 |
| Q: I have had my monroe pierced for about 3 mos. Ive dealt with having too long of a stud in for a long ... A: The first thing to do is to measure the post you have, which if it was the initial piercing post for ... | |
| wisdom teeth surgery and oral piercings | 7/8/2008 |
| Q: I'm about to have my oral surgery in a few weeks and I was wondering if I'll have to remove my ... A: Your oral piercings should probably come out, so that your surgeon does not misplace them or have ... | |
| monroe piercing | 7/8/2008 |
| Q: 5 WEEKS AGO, I HAD A MONROE PIERCING DONE.THE PIERCER INFORNED ME THAT I WILL BE SWOLLEN AND OR PUSS ... A: The piercing is not healed enough for you to change the jewelry on your own yet. The healing process ... | |
| nose piercing bump | 7/7/2008 |
| Q: I got my nose pierced with silver two months back and now I'm stuck with the dreaded bump near my ... A: Often a piercing done with slightly irritating material like silver, steel or an alloy of gold ... | |
| Enamel/gum-safe lip jewelry? | 7/7/2008 |
| Q: Are there any lip rings or jewelry made from material that's not harmful to your enamel or gums? My ... A: Your dentist is completely correct, though a company we work with that makes dental implants ... | |
| lumps and infection | 7/7/2008 |
| Q: i have had my ears pierced for about 5 weeks now just above my other ear piercing and i noticed ... A: Glad to help: It seems that the damage done by catching it was the culprit, and you should make sure ... | |
| my labret piercing is bleeding | 7/7/2008 |
| Q: I got my labret pierced four days ago, and now randomly when i was eating an Otter Pop it began ... A: I apologize for the delay in my response as I've been very busy with work in the last days. If you ... | |
| Navel Piercing Lump | 7/6/2008 |
| Q: I've recently had my navel pierced at a professional shop about a month ago. i have a curved ... A: Often a piercing done with slightly irritating material like steel or an alloy of gold (usually ... | |
| Removing Nipple rings myself | 7/6/2008 |
| Q: Could you tell me the best way to remove nipple piercing myself. I noticed in one answer it said to ... A: Sorry for the delay in my response. A water based lubricant such as KY jelly can help you get the ... | |
| infected ear | 7/4/2008 |
| Q: i got my upper ear pierced about 2 or 3 weeks ago and i was taking care of it the right my, but the ... A: See a doctor if the swelling has continued. Many times the piercing that gets swollen can be treated ... | |
| navel piercing question!!!! | 7/2/2008 |
| Q: How long do naval piercings usually stay red for? also is it normal for it to itch? A: A little redness indicates capillary growth, and some slight itching similar to any other healing ... | |
| ear cartiledge and nose piercing. | 7/2/2008 |
| Q: I have a two fold question. I apologize for the length but I searched the archives and guess I have ... A: First, to make sure that ring is a quality piece, read www.piercing.org/faq/jewelry.html as the ... | |
| Lip piercing.. | 7/2/2008 |
| Q: hey! Alright, so I'm going to get my lip done in a few weeks(bottom lip) and have been researching ... A: Alcohol is dehydrating and can cause more swelling and soreness, even a canker sore on the inside ... | |
| Should I be scared? | 7/1/2008 |
| Q: So I really want to get my nose pierced but I'm totally scared of pain! Could someone tell me if it ... A: Piercing has many positive points and can be easy to heal and enjoy. Most of the clients have ... | |
| Diamonds in my wrist! Wrist microdermals | 6/28/2008 |
| Q: About a month ago I got two microdermal anchors in my left wrist. My left microdermal sits perfectly ... A: It probably should be removed. This type of piercing has the same problems as surface piercing ... | |
| new lip piercing problems | 6/28/2008 |
| Q: I got my lower lip at the side pierced a couple of weeks ago, in the last few days I've noticed that ... A: This seems as if the piercing may be infected and that the jewelry is putting pressure on the local ... | |
| nose piercing infected | 6/28/2008 |
| Q: I got my nose pierced about wks ago and had to remove it for an x-ray,after I put the nose ring ... A: In the future, know that you do not need to remove body jewelry for x-ray and MRI scans. I'll be ... | |
| Protecting my navel piercing | 6/27/2008 |
| Q: Ok so i got my navel pierced about a week ago and in another week i start ballet classes again. I ... A: Some clients have success with a hard plastic vented eye patch sold at many drug stores as ... | |
| Cost/Cleaning | 6/26/2008 |
| Q: I am thinking about getting piercings on the front part of my sides by my hips. Do you know what ... A: The piercings that you are interested in are called surface piercings, and the placement does not ... | |
| monroe piercing irritated.. infected?! | 6/26/2008 |
| Q: I just got my monroe pierced on the 20th of June. I am so in love with it, however; the outside area ... A: It would be my suggestion for you to visit your doctor or dermatologist at this point for treatment. ... | |
| Monroe infection-paranoid or infection | 6/26/2008 |
| Q: On friday i got a monroe, unfortunately its now wednesday of the following week and i have ... A: Redness, heat, swelling and discolored discharge tend to be signs of common infections. What you ... | |
| re-piercing my baby's earlobe | 6/26/2008 |
| Q: I had my 5 month old baby's ears pierced and one of the piercings was placed very poorly. We ... A: It will probably still be tender and healing for 3-4 weeks. I'd suggest that you give it that and a ... | |
| Piercing Aftercare | 6/24/2008 |
| Q: i heard that you should ONLY use sea slat and not iodized table salt. is it bad or just better, ... A: No type of salt really does well, nor will alcohol help, plus all of these can hurt more than they ... | |
| new monroe piercing | 6/23/2008 |
| Q: I just got my monroe done today and I'm concerned about the aftercare. So far, I'm cleaning the ... A: You are doing fine with the ice and the soap is not too bad, but the antiseptic and antibiotic can ... | |
| navel piercing | 6/22/2008 |
| Q: 1)Does a belly button piercing always hurt? 2)How much is it to pierce your belly button? 3)How long ... A: We are glad that you would choose us for your safe, simple and gentle piercing. 100% of piercings ... | |
| ear stretching | 6/22/2008 |
| Q: I had my ear pierced about 7 years ago. 3 months ago I decided to start stretching it, I was ... A: From what you describe, your piercing may be suffering from damage to the circulation of the skin ... | |
| my vertical hood piercing | 6/22/2008 |
| Q: I have hood my clit pierced now for 7 months now and I want to change my ring. The problem I am ... A: It seems like your original jewelry may have been too short or had ends that were too small for your ... | |
| Cartilage Infection? | 6/21/2008 |
| Q: About two weeks ago I got a barbell inserted into the cartilage in my right ear. It's been doing ... A: Ear gun piercing and jewlery should not be used for cartilage. http://piercing.org/shop has examples ... | |
| downsizing | 6/21/2008 |
| Q: My daughter wants to remove a spacer but thinks she has to put a larger one in to break the skin ... A: The enlarged piercing will not likely shrink back to a 1mm [18g] opening quickly, but should shrink ... | |
| madonna piercing infected | 6/20/2008 |
| Q: i got my piercing at the beginning of the year so it has been a good few months, but today (6/20/08) ... A: The lump is probably scar tissue from reaction to steel jewelry, as well as pressure and friction. ... | |
| cartilage piercing earring back stuck | 6/20/2008 |
| Q: i got my piercing about 2-3 weeks ago at piercing pagoda and i tried to take it out today to clean ... A: You will likely have to clean the piercing more thoroughly. The proteins from your body fluids can ... | |
| Navel Piercing Infection | 6/19/2008 |
| Q: I got my navel pierced approximately nine years ago. Up until this past month I never had a ... A: See a doctor if this does not clear up right away. Once you are well, stop by to visit the studio ... | |
| Should I get a get a nose piercing? | 6/18/2008 |
| Q: Okay so I have been wanting a nose piercing for a while now. My mom has decided that I cannot get ... A: Read about safe piercing, and try to find a studio that will use appropriate titanium jewelry, such ... | |
| Tragus Ear Piercing | 6/18/2008 |
| Q: I was wondering how to get rid of a red bubble that is on the site of my tragus piercing. I have ... A: Often a piercing done with slightly irritating material like steel or an alloy of gold (usually ... | |
| tragus | 6/17/2008 |
| Q: i had my tragus done in february n am now trying to take the earing out to switch it...how do i do ... A: You didnt' mention what kind of jewelry you were wearing. Be careful, as something must be in the ... | |
| job doesn't allow peircings and I've only had it for a month... | 6/17/2008 |
| Q: I got peircings in the cartalige of my ears done aboout 5 weeks ago, but my new job doesn't allow ... A: We use titanium threadless barbells that are fleshtone anodized titanium disc ends on them to ... | |
| Swollen Tragus | 6/17/2008 |
| Q: i had my tragus pierced on the 28th of march and its still extremely swollen. I returned to the ... A: You may be sleeping on it, and it may be irritated from care and handling. Ice in a dry cold ... | |
| re-inserting an earring | 6/17/2008 |
| Q: Our 10 year old had her ears pierced 8 weeks ago. Three days ago she was excited to change them, ... A: The problem seems to be having not fully healed the piercings at 8 weeks. It can take 90 days or ... | |
| Thicker gauge ear jewelry | 6/16/2008 |
| Q: my ears are both gagged i bought a pair of earrings from hottopic and i thought that they were just ... A: http://piercing.org/faq/stretching.html explains how to gently enlarge your piercing if you please. ... | |
| I got my earlobes pierced just over a week ago, and I have a few questions | 6/15/2008 |
| Q: 1. How long does it generally take the wound to fully heal? 2. How long do I have to clean the ear ... A: The healing will vary from 30-90 days or longer depending on your health and how you protect the ... | |
| Where can I get small tragus jewelry? | 6/15/2008 |
| Q: I have a tragus piercing with 1.6mm thickness, my problem is i have really small ears so jewellery ... A: Sure, excellent titanium pieces in as short as 5mm [3/16 inch] and with ends as small as 1.5mm are ... | |
| Industrial Piercing | 6/15/2008 |
| Q: In July 2007 I had a scaffold piercing done and the piercer put a long PTFE bar through both ... A: Pain, swelling, redness and discharge, especially discolored are all signs of infection and could ... | |
| Ear stretcher/expander, no pain/bleeding, but there's puss. | 6/14/2008 |
| Q: About 2 days ago I got a 4mm gauge(A metal cone shaped one) put in my ear. It did not hurt at the ... A: This means that you went too large too soon. You will probably get better with gentle aftercare, but ... | |
| Lump around monroe hole | 6/14/2008 |
| Q: I've had my monroe for a good 6 months and it was fine, but I recently put an 18g in from a 16g for ... A: The new jewelry may not have been properly cleaned, polished and sterilized. This bump could be both ... | |
| I want new Navel jewelry, am I healed enough to switch? | 6/13/2008 |
| Q: Okay, i got my navel pierced professionally about 6 days ago. Around the top ring its a little ... A: You are not really ready to switch until the skin has the same color and texture as the surrounding ... | |
| I want to enlarge my one week old Ear Piercing o_O | 6/13/2008 |
| Q: Ok so i got my ear donw like a week ago normal size i gusse right and i want to space it but i dont ... A: It tends to be difficult and scarring to enlarge piercings that are not yet healed. The risk for ... | |
| Tongue & cartilage piercings | 6/13/2008 |
| Q: A little over two years ago, when I didn't no any better, I went to my local Wal-Mart Jewelry ... A: The ear cartilage should never be pierced by a gun, as you have found out. They can be re-pierced in ... | |
| New monroe piercing is too tight | 6/13/2008 |
| Q: I'm 16 and I just got a monroe piercing 3 days ago. It's still swollen, but the ball of my piercing ... A: Ice will help reduce the swelling, as will drinking plenty water and electrolytes. ... | |
| eyebrow piercing rejection | 6/12/2008 |
| Q: i just got my eyebrow pierced a week ago. my friend told me he knew a guy who his piercing pushed ... A: Pain, swelling, redness and discharge are all signs of infection and could also be that your jewelry ... | |
| tongue piercing | 6/12/2008 |
| Q: i just got my tongue pierced and i noticed that it was crooked. i did some research and found out ... A: If the piercing is really crooked, more than about 1/16 inch[2mm] then it may be in muscle tissue, ... | |
| ear piercings | 6/12/2008 |
| Q: i am going to pierce my ear at home and going to use a safety pinn and I was wondering if i ... A: Swimming will be irritating, and a potential cause for infection and scarring. Change to safe ... | |
| Hi i got my eyebrow pierced some time in febuary and it gor infected | 6/11/2008 |
| Q: It got infected some time April and is still infected. The infection has died down and came back a ... A: http://piercing.org/faq/aftercare.html may help you understand irritation and infection. It may be ... | |
| Nose piercing Infection | 6/11/2008 |
| Q: I got my nose pierced and a few days ago, i noticed a bump. at first i thought it was just a pimple ... A: If you've seen the doctor, and it has only been a few days since the piercing, hopefully the scar ... | |
| ear piercings | 6/11/2008 |
| Q: i am going to pierce my ear at home and going to use a safety pinn and I was wondering if i ... A: Self piercing could be less risky than piercing at the mall where you would be exposed to the blood ... | |
| old piercing new problems | 6/11/2008 |
| Q: I've had my tongue pierced for 5 years with no problem, but over the past year it starts to hurt ... A: Check the post for uneven surfaces. It may be damaged in some way, or have a biofilm or plaque. ... | |
| my lip is swollen after changing the ring | 6/10/2008 |
| Q: hey. i got my lip pierced on the right side days ago. and its doing sumthing really weird. i think ... A: You should change back to the looser fitting post, as you are not likely ready yet for a close ... | |
| Tragus Piercing too shallow | 6/10/2008 |
| Q: I got my tragus pierced about a month ago, and it was doing well until a few days ago.Since then ... A: No luck with your pictures, they come up password protected for me, though you can email me at ... | |
| Ear Piercings then stretching | 6/9/2008 |
| Q: im wondering, i want to get both my ears pierced then enlagred. how long to wait from the point ... A: Piercings leave some sort of scar when healed, even when stretched correctly ... | |
| nostril piercing unsightly bump! | 6/9/2008 |
| Q: I have a small bump right next to my nostril piercing. I've had the piercing for about 6 months and ... A: You may not be able to get the jewelry back on because of shrinkage at this point if you were to ... | |
| Nipple Piercing | 6/9/2008 |
| Q: I'm 19 years old and looking to get both my nipples pierced sometime in the near future. i would ... A: What I've found most functional to prevent rejection is to make sure that the piercings are ... | |
| Enlarging new ear piercings | 6/9/2008 |
| Q: I just peirced my ears yesterday and i was wondering how long i should wait to put in a 8 gauge A: Since you didn't mention what size they are currently, I'm going to assume that they might be very ... | |
| Navel piercing had an infection: what to do before traveling | 6/7/2008 |
| Q: I got my navel pierced for the first time about 3 and a half months ago. It bled consistently for ... A: I hope that you are well now, with only normal healing ahead of you. You should see your doctor for ... | |
| reappearing bump on navel piercing | 6/7/2008 |
| Q: I've had my naval pierced for over a year and went back to the place where it was pierced to see ... A: It seems that your piercing was either not very well healed when you changed the jewelry, or that it ... | |
| ears have bumps and swell | 6/6/2008 |
| Q: I just got my ears done for the second time 3 days ago and my left ear has started to swell and ... A: This seems like it could be an infection and or an allergic reaction to the jewelry or aftercare ... | |
| Discoloration around the lip piercing | 6/6/2008 |
| Q: I just got my monroe done, and there is no swelling, just weird discoloration around the hole on the ... A: The discoloration could be from your aftercare http://piercing.org/pexy/recovery/recovery.html ... | |
| Cartilage Piercing discolored | 6/4/2008 |
| Q: Hey, I got two new piercings yesterday done at the same time, first my cartilage, then my tragus. ... A: This could be a bruise, or your piercer may have used gentian violet as a marking product, which ... | |
| Bruised nose ring | 6/4/2008 |
| Q: I decided to permanently remove my nose ring about a year ago because I kept getting infections. ... A: The discoloration may not go away without help from a dermatologist. Many of the common pieces for ... | |
| Septum piercing. | 6/3/2008 |
| Q: I tried piercing my own septum, at first it was fine and didn't hurt at all. I kept pulling out the ... A: Self-piercing almost always involves infection. The multiple piercings that you gave yourself in the ... | |
| bump on navel piercing | 6/3/2008 |
| Q: I got my belly button pierced around easter. the piercer told me i could change it within a month if ... A: It is probably infected, and a month is pretty soon to change a navel piercing. What you put in the ... | |
| Nostril stupid nose bone trapped inside! :( | 6/2/2008 |
| Q: I feel frustrated and stupid. I have several piercings in my body, and I love them all and have ... A: Nose bones are pretty unpleasant when they do this, and they can do this all too easily. We use ... | |
| tongue piercing irritated/infected after change to Hot Topic barbell at home | 6/2/2008 |
| Q: I have a follow-up to a question I just asked. I have had my tongue pierced for three weeks. I ... A: Jewelry purchased for a piercing should ALWAYS be sterilized only in a steam autoclave before it is ... | |
| discharge from newish tongue piercing | 6/2/2008 |
| Q: I got my tongue pierced three weeks ago. For the first two weeks I didn't have any problems, but now ... A: This could be infection, and if you changed your jewelry to a new piece that was not autoclave ... | |
| monroe piercing | 6/2/2008 |
| Q: I got my monroe piercing about 3 months ago and just about a week ago i noticed a blister like thing ... A: The overgrowth of scar tissue may indicate that you need to change your toothpaste, or quit using it ... | |
| Medusa - growth on inside of lip | 6/1/2008 |
| Q: i got a medusa piercing about 6 weeks ago. last week a bit of skin started to sort of grow over the ... A: I had another person mention much the same problem today: The overgrowth of scar tissue may ... | |
| navel piecing | 6/1/2008 |
| Q: i had my navel pieced for about 3 years,gold bars seem to cause infection to my navel. i can wear ... A: The safest jewelry is likely to be titanium or platinum. http://piercing.org/faq/jewelry.html ... | |
| dimple piercings | 6/1/2008 |
| Q: ok so i want my dimples pierced but i dont really have dimples!Would it look ok without even having ... A: Cheek / dimple piercings are a bit more risky if you don't have dimples and may be best placed very ... | |
| enlarged piercing has an odor | 5/31/2008 |
| Q: I herd alot about the stench that comes with spacers in your ear, is that true? They say it's like a ... A: Funny, another person asked this earlier today! The smell from body jewelry is usually a ... | |
| nose and ear piercings have an odor | 5/30/2008 |
| Q: Why do they sometimes smell? What causes the smell and how do you get rid of it? Usually when you ... A: The smell from body jewelry is usually a combination of things. Malodorous sweat and oil build up in ... | |
| Lip [labret] Piercing Worry after change to black jewelry | 5/29/2008 |
| Q: I've had my lebret piercing for well over two years now. It healed well and has always been very ... A: This could well be an infection, and or a reaction to the coated black piece that was supposed to be ... | |
| My Cartilage piercing | 5/29/2008 |
| Q: It is a thursday and i got my cartilage pierced the saturday before so about 5 days ago. My friend ... A: It sounds like you may have irritated it, and it would be susceptible to infection at this point. ... | |
| my new venom tongue piercing | 5/29/2008 |
| Q: i just recently got a venom piercing and one of them is further back than the other could this be an ... A: Not everyone is perfectly symmetric, but if you agreed on the placement before the piercing, and it ... | |
| Navel piercing removal | 5/28/2008 |
| Q: I am planning on getting pregnant and need to remove my navel piercing, but I like it and would like ... A: We have bars as examples at http://piercing.org/shop/ in different lengths. You may need 1/2 inch or ... | |
| Navel Piercings Gone Wrong..Hope For A Third Time? | 5/28/2008 |
| Q: ok first i wanna say hello and ur awesome for taking time to read and respond to these questions. ... A: From what you describe, your navel may no longer be suited for long term jewelry wear, but sight ... | |
| VCH pinching | 5/28/2008 |
| Q: I had a VCH done 6 weeks ago today. It does not weep and does not appear swollen but it is very ... A: The more you wear steel, the more sensitive you become to the alloy elements of chromium, nickel, ... | |
| Nose Piercing | 5/26/2008 |
| Q: I got my nose pierced exactly a month ago today. Last night I woke up and looked in the mirror and ... A: http://piercing.org/pexy/recovery/recovery.html can help you care for the piercing gently. A careful ... | |
| Tragus pierced with a gun? | 5/25/2008 |
| Q: I got my tragus pierced with a gun 2 days ago. The jewelery used was like a normal ear stud just ... A: Jewelry from the gun should not be used in ear cartilage piercing. Ear cartilage piercing should not ... | |
| piercings | 5/25/2008 |
| Q: well i have had my nipples pierced twice now. got pregnant had a kid and took them out (first time) ... A: Re-piercing nipples can be a debatable prospect, as the previous scar tends to have shedding skin ... | |
| nose piercing | 5/25/2008 |
| Q: Just in the last week I developed this little lump around the bottom half of the stud. It looks ... A: It probably is infected, like an abscess that appears on stitches when irritated or contaminated and ... | |
| Removing Nose Piercing Safely | 5/24/2008 |
| Q: I had my nose pierced about a week ago. I don't like it as much as I thought I would, and my ... A: As soon as you feel healed like it, you should be able to remove or change jewelry with the kind of ... | |
| nose piercing | 5/23/2008 |
| Q: i got my nose pierced 6 weeks ago and i have a bump not over my hole but near it i had it once and ... A: Often a piercing done with slightly irritating material like steel or an alloy of gold (usually ... | |
| navel rejection | 5/23/2008 |
| Q: i have had my belly button pierced for about 7 years and it has migrated a lot, it has almost ... A: You should consider removal and re-piercing it in an anatomically proportionate way with light ... | |
| My parents won't let me... | 5/22/2008 |
| Q: How can I convince my parents to let me get my lip pierced? I'm 17 and I feel that I'm more than old ... A: Best of luck to you, more information is at http://www.piercing.org/faq/tongue.html to help you ... | |
| Morbid Metals Jewlery (from hot topic) | 5/22/2008 |
| Q: I have recently read that steel is not a good material for body piercings. I have also been wearing ... A: http://piercing.org/faq/jewelry.html explains more about jewelry safety. So far I have not been ... | |
| Nostril jewelry | 5/21/2008 |
| Q: Today I got my second nostril pierced and I hate the ring they put in. I thought it would look nice ... A: It should work if your piercing measures at 1/4th inch, and has at least 1/16th inch extra room for ... | |
| repierce nose | 5/20/2008 |
| Q: I had my nose pierce two years ago. About six months ago, I took the piercing out for a job. The ... A: It is not likely completely closed, only very tight on the inside. A professional can usually get a ... | |
| Nostril jewelry | 5/18/2008 |
| Q: Today I got my second nostril pierced and I hate the ring they put in. I thought it would look nice ... A: It would be an easier healing process if you start out with a post of some sort, preferably anodized ... | |
| pierced my navel at home | 5/17/2008 |
| Q: i pierced my navel at home about a week ago. i know it isnt a good idea, but im a teenager and ... A: From what you describe, it could be an infection. The normal healing is described at ... | |
| industrial piercing. | 5/16/2008 |
| Q: hey well I got my industrial piercing about 2 months ago & I'm having problems with it. well on the ... A: Consider a change to a slightly longer anodized colored titanium bar, or to two separate bars for ... | |
| Monroe piercing: Possible infection? | 5/16/2008 |
| Q: I got my monroe piercing a week ago the first two days went fine no pain or redness but on the third ... A: This could be infection, and you should consider gentle care as described at ... | |
| lip | 5/15/2008 |
| Q: how much would it coast to get my lip done.!? and would it hurt..!?! alot or a little cause i always ... A: You might like this article to clarify some of the issues with cheap piercings. ... | |
| M0NR0E PiERCiNG - FLATBACK C0VERED iN SKiN | 5/13/2008 |
| Q: When I gotten my monroe pierced, the piercer used the wrong needle. I think he soppose to pierce it ... A: The problem was likely the length of the post and the angle of the piercing. The thickness of the ... | |
| Industrial Piercing Options | 5/13/2008 |
| Q: I have been interested in getting an industrial ear piercing. I currently have two holes in my ... A: If you've had trouble with bumps, the angle of the piercing, the way you protect it from pressure ... | |
| Ears gauging | 5/12/2008 |
| Q: So I gauged my ears and I'm now at 6. My ears however are originally pierced closer to my head than ... A: You should be fine if you go gently. If you do not like the placement, try the piercing in another ... | |
| Best way to let a vertical labret grow in? | 5/12/2008 |
| Q: I've had my vertical labret pierced for just over a year now and I'm thinking about letting it grow ... A: Removal should allow it to shrink and minimize naturally. If you use an emollient oil or over the ... | |
| septic ear | 5/11/2008 |
| Q: i've got a really sore ear and i think it now has pus coming out(it's in my earring hole!i'v had my ... A: The jewelry could have been contaminated or have a rough or sharp or otherwise uneven surface ... | |
| Lip ring | 5/10/2008 |
| Q: .. I'm sorry it took me so long to reply everything has been great with my lipring ( Dunno if you ... A: To be quite honest, you should be concerned but not at all paranoid. The risks of even minor surgery ... | |
| smiley piercing | 5/9/2008 |
| Q: what are the cons of smiley piercings? is it a common occurance that your teeth start to decay? A: They can rub your teeth and gums causing irritation and damage to the enamel and root, as well as ... | |
| Industrial Q | 5/9/2008 |
| Q: there. I got my industrial piercing about 5ish days ago, and it hasn't been doing much of anything, ... A: If the bar touches the area of skin between the two piercings, it can be irritating, and the bar may ... | |
| Ear piercing for a senior | 5/8/2008 |
| Q: My mother is in her late seventies and is interested in getting her ears pierced...just plain old ... A: Modern earlobe piercing is fast, gentle and for the most part painless. The appropriate jewelry is a ... | |
| Cartilidge piercing | 5/8/2008 |
| Q: I had my top ear ( helix) done 3 weeks ago.. It swelled and was real tender 3-4 days after I had it ... A: It seems that you may still have a bit of infection. Some people have good results with antiseptic ... | |
| Closing Time | 5/6/2008 |
| Q: How long does it take for an Industrial and Conch piercing to close up? I have to remove them for ... A: The longer you have a piercing, the longer it takes to close. I suggest that you have a tapered ... | |
| How to change my Nose ring | 5/5/2008 |
| Q: I have Had My nose pierced for 8 months, and I want to change the ring. It is a screw, i think, its ... A: First, have the new piece inspected for surface defects and autoclave sterilized by a professional. ... | |
| navel piercing trouble | 5/4/2008 |
| Q: i have gotten my belly button pierced about two weeks ago (april 17th) and lately i have notived ... A: It would be a very good idea to change the jewelry to a titanium internally threaded curved barbell ... | |
| septum piercings | 5/1/2008 |
| Q: How do you know if a septum piercing will look good on you? A: Your imagination is the key, but often people will take a photo and draw on jewelry or hold a piece ... | |
| cartilage piercing bleeding | 5/1/2008 |
| Q: Last night when I cleaned my earrings I took the left cartilage one out cause lately when I turned ... A: Volpe, It is not usually safe to remove piercings that are still healing. Clean them with the ... | |
| Prince Albert: foreskin restrained causing phimosis | 4/30/2008 |
| Q: I got a prince albert piercing, on April 20 2008 at 300p.m. Come monday it was swallin. So i was a ... A: Phimosis, the swelling of the foreskin can be painful and sometimes needs a doctor's care. ... | |
| tragus aftercare and jewelry | 4/29/2008 |
| Q: I had my tragus pierced 2 weeks ago. It is healing well. I have 2 questions after reading about your ... A: http://piercing.org/faq/jewlery.html describes titanium and other materials and their surface ... | |
| ear piercing infection | 4/27/2008 |
| Q: my daughter has not put earrings on in months. And now just about a few days ago she complained her ... A: The piercings should be cleaned with soap and water, and a pair of platinum or titanium posts should ... | |
| Labret/Gum Recession | 4/27/2008 |
| Q: I had a labret for about a year and a half, maybe two...and I started to notice gum erosion, so of ... A: This seems like a good issue to approach a dentist with. You may be able to find a public health ... | |
| problem piercings with my venom's, scaffholding and dimple! | 4/24/2008 |
| Q: Okay so i have a few piercings that i do believe are not right they are awful... I had my venoms ... A: The tongue piercings you mention don't fit every anatomy, and when they pass through muscle, they ... | |
| Nose piercing | 4/24/2008 |
| Q: I got my nose pierced 2 months ago and am looking to change my ring plus I need a retainer. I bought ... A: We use 18g for most nostril piercings. A very few are done at 16g or thicker. ... | |
| belly pierced | 4/22/2008 |
| Q: So i got my belly pierced like around five days ago. I clean my bally button once a day and use the ... A: kd-2011@hotmail.com Dear Katie, This sounds like your piercing is normal. ... | |
| tragus piercing | 4/20/2008 |
| Q: I got my tragus pierced this past Feb. (2008) and i followed to cleaning directions of anti ... A: The jewelry likely has been moving too freely. When a piercing gets bumped, slept on or moved around ... | |
| tragus aftercare and jewelry | 4/19/2008 |
| Q: I had my tragus pierced 2 weeks ago. It is healing well. I have 2 questions after reading about your ... A: The threadless barbell with disc back [labret type] is the most common for us to use in the tragus, ... | |
| License | 4/18/2008 |
| Q: I want to get my piercing license, but I'm having a really hard time finding out exactly what I need ... A: www.safepiercing.org for the Association of Professional Piercers has some decent information for ... | |
| New septum piercing | 4/18/2008 |
| Q: I got my septum pierced about a week ago. It seems to be healing nicely: very little pain or ... A: You should make sure that it is autoclave sterilized, and have it changed with sterile technique to ... | |
| tragus and navel | 4/16/2008 |
| Q: how bad does it hurt to get a tragus piercing..?? i've been hearing from all these people that DON'T ... A: My tragus piercing was easy on both ears. Most of our clients experience pressure, the release of ... | |
| i THINK my belly ring is infected...? | 4/16/2008 |
| Q: I got my belly button pierced February, 8th. It showed no signs of infection, i was cleaning it ... A: http://piercing.org/pexy/recovery/recovery.html describes what to do for gentle care to avoid ... | |
| Nose jewelry for initial piercing | 4/15/2008 |
| Q: Do you use the threadless titanium for initial nostril piercings or do you offer other alternatives? ... A: In the last ten years, we have switched completely to threadless titanium barbells for initial ... | |
| My tongue piercing is bruised | 4/15/2008 |
| Q: I got my tongue pierced three days ago and there is a sort of line-shaped dark purple bruise on the ... A: It seems that you may have a bit more damage from the piercing than ordinary, but a slight bruise is ... | |
| Nostril Piercing | 4/14/2008 |
| Q: I had my nostril pierced a little over a month ago. Three days ago it started to get red and the ... A: What you describe of the jewelry embedding if you turn it, and the bump you have could be that the ... | |
| re-pierce tongue for third time | 4/14/2008 |
| Q: is it dangerous to re-pierce my tongue for the third time? A: Yes and no. If you pierce the exact same spot, you could have a problem with trapped debris that ... | |
| Nose piercing scar | 4/13/2008 |
| Q: .. I had my nose pierced about 3 years ago and really liked it, but it always seemed to be inflamed ... A: What you describe seems like a piercing that may have been at an acute angle, rather than ... | |
| A stubborn microdermal. | 4/13/2008 |
| Q: I went and got two dermal anchors about three months or so ago on each hip, instead of surface ... A: From what you describe your red bump could be a granuloma or abscess. These usually respond to ... | |
| my piercing | 4/12/2008 |
| Q: okay i got my tongue done monday April 7 o8 and its April 11 now and my swelling really hasn't done ... A: Ice and gentle care such as described at http://piercing.org/care.pdf can help it get back to ... | |
| Clit hood piercing removal | 4/12/2008 |
| Q: I had my clit hood pierced about 4 years ago and have never had a problem with it. Next week I have ... A: The longer you have had a piercing, the longer it can be removed for. At 4 years, a few minutes for ... | |
| nose piercing | 4/11/2008 |
| Q: i had my nose pierced about 4 weeks ago... it was done with a titanium stud... the next day whilst i ... A: It sounds like it was injured when the jewelry was changed, and possibly infected by that at the ... | |
| Eyebrow piercing healing | 4/10/2008 |
| Q: Hey brian .... i would like to know one thing...how long could i go without not having any ring or ... A: The longer you have a piercing, the longer it takes for it to shrink. If your piercing is less than ... | |
| new self pierced ears possible nickel allergy?? | 4/9/2008 |
| Q: I have recently just pierced my ears 4 times, I used a sewing needle alcohol swipes and earrings i ... A: From what you describe, this could be both infection and metal allergy. ... | |
| Swollen Nostril Piercing | 4/8/2008 |
| Q: Hey. About 3 weeks ago i got a nostril piercing (done by a friend of a friend of mine who interned ... A: it sounds like you have been pierced with a too short post for your nose. It is important to measure ... | |
| Cartillage Peircing (Scaffolding) flesh growths | 4/7/2008 |
| Q: I had a cartilage piercing (scaffolding, a bar going through too holes diametrically across the ... A: There are numerous options for scar reduction that you could talk to a dermatologist about beyond my ... | |
| nostril piercing | 4/5/2008 |
| Q: so I have had my nose pierced for about about a month now and everything outside looks fine, and ... A: Stop by the studio for a free consultation. It may need a change of jewelry for a better fit. In the ... | |
| 6 month eyebrow piercing | 4/4/2008 |
| Q: I've had my eyebrow piercing for almost 6 months. I'm not quite sure why it hasn't fully healed, but ... A: Your piercing could have been bumped or damaged without your being aware of it on a rough ride. It ... | |
| Painful Piercings -- even after 5 days | 4/3/2008 |
| Q: I originally pierced my ears when I was 12 around 7 years ago, with no complications that I can ... A: I suggest gentler care, and hot compresses. http://piercing.org/faq/aftercare.html can help explain ... | |
| Tragus | 4/3/2008 |
| Q: I had my Tragus pierced back in February and a few days after i noticed a little red swollen lump on ... A: Try gentler care and a visit to your doctor ASAP for treatment. Stop by the studio for a free ... | |
| tragus piercing | 4/2/2008 |
| Q: i had my tragus pierced a few days ago, and am after some after care advice. It seems that it is ... A: http://piercing.org/faq/aftercare.html describes some of the details in keeping a piercing clean, ... | |
| nose piercing...keloid? | 4/1/2008 |
| Q: I had my nose pierced the second week of January this year. At first, it seemed to be healing fine. ... A: Your piercing is irritated, and until you can remove the source of the irritation, it will continue ... | |
| I was a wimp......................... | 4/1/2008 |
| Q: This is totally embarrassing. I had a hood piercing done about four months ago. It's a 16 gauge, but ... A: A new, autoclave sterilized suitable quality size 14 piece should fit with a bit of water based ... | |
| tragus migration | 3/31/2008 |
| Q: i got both of my tragus' pierced about a month ago and i had a little bit of discomfort and they ... A: This sounds like inappropriate placement and aftercare combined to cause this rejection. If these ... | |
| Upper lip (monroe) piercing | 3/30/2008 |
| Q: I am 51 and just had braces on my teeth removed after two years. I would love a monroe piercing but ... A: There may always be some erosion if the jewelry creates friction against the gums/teeth but if you ... | |
| cartilage bump | 3/29/2008 |
| Q: I've had my piercing in for 12 weeks i changed it last night and there is a bump on the front and ... A: If there is no secretion and no blood this is probably scar tissue. Often a piercing done with ... | |
| Whats coming out? | 3/28/2008 |
| Q: Well Ive had my tongue ring for about a year now and since then Ive had a white ring around the base ... A: The white scar tissue and the pink/reddish possible abscess might have formed from irritation from ... | |
| ear piercing | 3/27/2008 |
| Q: Ihope you can answer my question. I have 4 piercings in each ear, but the bottom ones on my lower ... A: There are several options: You can have a dermatologist repair the piercings to correct the previous ... | |
| Flaking around my ear piercings | 3/26/2008 |
| Q: I've had pierced ears for about 20 years. In the last year---they have reacted (gotten infected) ... A: Antibiotic cream will not help allergic reactions. Once you are sensitized you will need to be ... | |
| Nipple Piercing | 3/26/2008 |
| Q: I didn't see this question. I want to get my nipple pierced and I have a few friends who have them ... A: http://piercing.org/faq has two helpful sections on nipple piercings for women and also about ... | |
| MY CARTILAGE | 3/25/2008 |
| Q: I LET MY HOLE CLOSE ON CARTILAGE...BUT NOW I HAVE A LUMP..WHAT CAN I DO SO IT CAN GO AWAY???? A: Often a piercing done with a gun and or slightly irritating material like steel or an alloy of gold ... | |
| Navel Piercing Concerns | 3/25/2008 |
| Q: I had my navel pierced for my birthday back in October of 2007. The place I went was respectable and ... A: Stop by the studio for a free consultation if you are in the area, or perhaps I can refer you to ... | |
| infected ear cartilage | 3/24/2008 |
| Q: I recent got a bump in the back of one of my piercings, is it infected? Is there anything i can do ... A: Often a piercing done with slightly irritating material like steel or an alloy of gold (usually ... | |
| navel piercing | 3/22/2008 |
| Q: what is the safest way to pierce my own belly button ??? A: http://piercing.org/faq/learning.html explains more about learning safe piercing methods. This ... | |
| nose piercing | 3/22/2008 |
| Q: I got my nose pierced about four weeks ago. The ring that was put in is a small diamond with a ... A: I suggest you consider an easier to deal with piece of jewelry, the threadless titanium barbell ... | |
| nipple piercing | 3/21/2008 |
| Q: I've had my nipples pierced for two years now and I want to take them out. I've had the usual ... A: Piercing.org/faq has two sections on this: http://www.piercing.org/faq/breastfeeding.html and ... | |
| Snake Bites | 3/21/2008 |
| Q: Ok so I'm 13 and I want get snake bites, but I know that my mom wont let me, she thinks I'll get a ... A: There are very few piercers who will pierce minors, and fewer who do oral piercings on anyone ... | |
| Tragus piercing | 3/20/2008 |
| Q: Just over a week ago I got my tragus pierced for my 17th birthday. But recently I've noticed it's ... A: Heat, swelling, redness, discolored discharge and pain in any combination or alone can all signify ... | |
| How to reduce the smell of Enlarged Ear Piercings | 3/19/2008 |
| Q: Hey, I stretched my ears a long time ago... no problems with it at all. I, like many others, get ... A: As far as cleaning ear jewelry, a few things that keep them fresh: Don't wear them in the shower, ... | |
| nose piercing question | 3/18/2008 |
| Q: I recently had my nose pierced and it has begun to get the yellowish scab, which has been bumped ... A: It seems that your jewelry may be too short, a too small head, and possibly made of a material or ... | |
| pros and cons | 3/17/2008 |
| Q: so i am doing a argumentation about the pros and cons of body piercing so fare i got the history and ... A: http://piercing.org/ discusses many of the safety precautions that must be taken -- by pros ;) to ... | |
| Snagged eyebrow piercing? | 3/17/2008 |
| Q: I got my eyebrow pierced exactly two weeks ago. It formed a large, blue bruise that is just ... A: Although your eyebrow bruising is uncommon, it is not unheard of. Stop by our studio if you are in ... | |
| bump at nose piercing | 3/16/2008 |
| Q: my daughter had her nose pierced and has had a large bump at the site, almost takes up 1/2 the size ... A: Often a piercing done with slightly irritating material like an alloy of gold, copper, silver and ... | |
| nose piercing | 3/16/2008 |
| Q: i had my noste pierced with a gun a couple days ago and really dont like the stud, it sticks out ... A: The placement of the nose piercing is often not correct with the gun. If you are happy with where it ... | |
| Navel Piercing | 3/15/2008 |
| Q: I had a naval piercing but took it out - the piercing has since closed up. I was wondering could I ... A: Possibly, and it may also be possible to reinsert the jewelry in the same location without ... | |
| Monroe | 3/14/2008 |
| Q: I have a couple questions. First Is there a difference between a monroe and madonna piercing? Can ... A: Most of the details of your questions are covered at http://piercing.org/faq/tongue.html and ... | |
| Labret piercing still not fully healed | 3/13/2008 |
| Q: I got my Labret pierced Oct. 18 2007 its now March and its still not healed. I still have crusties ... A: From what you describe it is certain that your piercing is not healed. http://piercing.org/shop has ... | |
| industrial piercing has bumps | 3/13/2008 |
| Q: I have two questions for you the first my sound stupid but what is a hot compression for a piercing? ... A: Often a piercing done wi | |