What to do if septum piercing + bleeding?

Nasal Septal Piercin: can cause heavy bleeding w formation of a 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 number of types of bacterial infections are possible (red,swollen, warm, tender, painful w malodorous drainage). Seek medical >

Pressure : that part of the septum has a rich blood supply and bleeds easily with trauma (piercing). Try pressure by pinching nose as well as Afrin nasal spray. If it doesn't stop may need to go to the ER for potential cautery

Septal bleeding: This can only be determined by physical examination. Be sure to have your nose evaluated by a board certified otolaryngologist.

Trauma?: I would see an ENT Surgeon to ensure proper wound care. In meantime do not poke or prod. Consider frequent nasal rinses with saline nasal spray to keep clean.

Seek medical help !: There are many possible complications from nasal septal piercings. You can have heavy bleeding w formation of a septal hematoma. Consider the significant deformity that can result from complications like necrosis of the nasal wall or perichondritis. If the stud grows into your skin it may need to be cut out. A number of bacterial infections have occurred with septal piercings.

Septal piercing: Septal piercing is a bad idea. Have your nose evaluated by a board certified otolaryngologist for treatment.