Question 1

can nose piercings cause headaches?

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Possibly: If there is congestion which backs up into the nasal passages, headaches may occur. However, if the nasal structures feel and appear normal, I would look for other causes of headache. Your physician or a neurologist can evaluate and advise you if you experience frequent headaches.

Question 2

how long should it take for a nose piercing to heal?

Accepted Answer

4 weeks to mature: It typically takes up to four weeks for the lining to epithelialize or mature to the point that you can exchange piercings or until it will become a "permanent" tract.

Question 3

which antibitocs are best for infected nose piercings?

Accepted Answer

Skin soft tissue: Skin and soft tissue infection need coverage based on  background. Was a clean device used? If so a simple oral cephalosporin will help. They are all prescription and you will need to see your MD.

Question 4

how much can a nose piercing hurt with low pain tolerance?

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That depends on type: Of nose piercing.  A piercing through the septum (cartilage) will likely be significantly more painful then one through nares tissue. But, i would be more focused on things that can occur after it is done. You can have heavy bleeding  w formation of a septal hematoma. Also consider the significant deformity that can result from complications like necrosis of the nasal wall or perichondritis. I &gt;&gt;.

Question 5

for nose piercing do i need professional or those with experience?

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Either : Either would be okay. Biggest problem is secondary infection and abnormal scarring.

Question 6

are nose piercings less likely to be infected if it is a ring instead of an l ?

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Piercing: is the piercing of the skin that causes the infection not the shape of the object. It is likely that a more heavier object would cause more stress on the piercing and further tearing and therefore be a more source of infection

Question 7

how do you disinfect a nose piercing?

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Nose piercing.: The easiest way would be to immerse it in rubbing alcohol - assuming the material isn't harmed by alcohol.   Let it sit for several minutes and remove and let it air dry.   Another way - if the material will withstand it - put it in a cup of boiling water and let it sit for several minutes.   Make sure you do take the piercing apart.

Question 8

how do i know my nose piercing is infected?

Accepted Answer

Very rare: It is very unusual for these to get infected but tue signs are increasing redness, swelling, drainage, tenderness, warmth. A sensitivity or allergy to metals, particularly nickel, can look like an infection and may respond to a change to titanium or a purer gold.

Question 9

how can i draw out pus from my nose piercing?

Accepted Answer

Nose Piercing Pus: To draw out pus, apply a hot, moist washcloth for ten minutes, then apply hydrogen peroxide with a q-tip. If swelling worsens, go see your primary healthcare provider.

Question 10

could a nose piercing get easily get infected?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Nasal Septal Piercing
can cause heavy bleeding  w formation of septal hematoma.  Significant deformity may result from complications like necrosis of nasal wall or perichondritis. If stud grows into skin it may need to be cut out.  Nasal jewelry could be aspirated into  lungs or swallowed. A # of types of bacterial infections are possible (red,swollen, warm, tender, painful w malordorous drainage.

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