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A member asked:
4 month old piercing, rotated earring, kept it clean, never changed earring out. never been infected. went on camping trip, didnt shower for a single day while outdoors, 4 month old ear piercing is now infected. do i remove piercing or clean intact?
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Removing the piercing always recommended after skin structures around it getting infected in order to allow for healing.
Answered 7/2/2023
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