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I just took my monroe piercing out because there was a keloid around it and i found out it's infected too. what should i do?
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Do not reinsert: You may have a metal allergy that is causing the keloid and infection. I would abandon the piercing and focus on reducing as much inflammation as possible by treating the infection. Seek medical attention if this is not better in several days.
Answered 9/1/2013
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