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Hi i had my helix (cartilage) peirced a week ago and its become red and swollen and at times i get a throbbing feeling how can i reduce the swellin?
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See doctor: infection of the cartilage is an emergency. See a doctor to get an antibiotic and take out the piercing.
Answered 6/12/2017
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