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Cartilage piercing infection. rx'd antib&cream. pierced 2wk prior. scared to take out & trap infection when piercing closes. red/swell/itchy/minor pus?
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Warm compress : Try applying warm compress the area for 15 to 20 minutes as frequently as possible throughout the day, but at least three times a day. That and twirling the stud and wiping with alcohol hopefully will treat the infection. Please see a doctor if it does not improve
Answered 4/12/2018
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