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A member asked:
If you remove an 8 hour old tongue ring out will it bleed and hurt worse?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Probably Bleed: Most likely there will be some bleeding and pain. You may need to see a professional if you are unable to stop the bleeding. Consider going to an ENT for removal.
Answered 6/10/2014
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Get professional: help. Tongue piercing comes w continued pain as well as swelling, tenderness, bleeding & bruising for around 5 days. If the swelling makes it difficult to breath then you need emergent medical evaluation to ensure that your airway does not become compromised. If the tongue is seeping drainage that is other then white-colored or that is malodorous – then please seek medical care for a possible
Answered 11/1/2015
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