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My baby got her ears pierce and now they're red,swollen, and black gooey stuff. can it be a infection?

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Possibly: An infection is the most likely answer. Less likely would be an allergy to the nickel. You should have her seen by a doctor and her earrings need to be removed

Answered 3/22/2020

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