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I just got my cartilage peirced 4 days ago. it was fine afterwards but i clean it like recommended but its swollen and hurts. is it infected? help!

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Dr. Martin Raff answered

Infection?: Your ear is inflamed, but whether this is due to infection cannot be diagnosed long distance. Get this looked at by a doctor and treated appropriately. Good luck.

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Dr. Creighton Wright answered

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Possible: Red, swollen, tender, fever and getting worse are signs. More likely if not done with sterile technique!

Dr Raff agreed

Answered 12/31/2013

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A member asked:

I just got my cartilage peirced 4 days ago. it was fine afterwards but i clean it like recommended but its swollen and hurts. is it infected? help!

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Martin Raff answered

Dr Jacobson agreed

Dr. Creighton Wright answered

Dr Raff agreed

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