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I got my tongue pierced and it got infected. i took it out and, now it's sore. what is the best way to treat this?
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See your doctor: Or an ENT for an evaluation of the tongue and leave out the piercing.
Answered 6/10/2014
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Tongue Piercings: Don't know if you are currently on antibiotics or not. If your tongue is seeping drainage that is other then white-colored or that is malodorous – then please seek medical care. Try saltwater gargles. Mix tsp of salt in 8 oz of warm water – gargle w this several times/day.
Answered 3/31/2014
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