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My 11 weeks old piercing has buildup and is bleeding slightly with some tiny pus and i run out of aftercare solutions can i use sea salt? and what antibiotic cream can i use?

Q: my 11 weeks old piercing has buildup and is bleeding slightly with some tiny pus and i run out of aftercare solutions can i use sea salt? and what antibiotic cream can i use?

: Assuming of infected piercing wound over ear, I would advise to have your infant be seen by PCP. Stud has to be removed, and infant is likely need to take an antibiotics orally to prevent worsening of infection.

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Dr. Jay Park answered

Assuming of infected piercing wound over ear, I would advise to have your infant be seen by PCP. Stud has to be removed, and infant is likely need to take an antibiotics orally to prevent worsening of infection.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 3/6/2023

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A member asked:

My 11 weeks old piercing has buildup and is bleeding slightly with some tiny pus and i run out of aftercare solutions can i use sea salt? and what antibiotic cream can i use?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jay Park answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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