A 46-year-old member asked:
how could i cure my infected ear piercing?
2 doctor answers
Dr. Harold Kim answered
28 years experience ENT and Head and Neck Surgery
Take out earring: You also probably need a course of antibiotics.
Answered on Oct 13, 2016
Dr. Payam Rafat answered
22 years experience Podiatry
Have it evaluated.: Remove the ring. Have it evaluated by your physician as you may need and antibiotic.
Answered on Mar 12, 2014
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Dr. Glynis Ablon answered
29 years experience Dermatology
See derm: start immediately pouring hydrogen peroxide at site of pierce, then put antibiotic ointment with cotton tip applicator around hole and post of pierce ... Read More
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Dr. Michael Miller answered
36 years experience Wound care
Infected/inflammed: Red, hot, swollen and drainage (inflammation) are normal signs of healing and in fact, not bad but are integral to healing. If infected, the wound sh ... Read More
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A 32-year-old member asked:
Dr. Zahid Niazi answered
39 years experience Cosmetic Surgery
See your doctor: Remove the ear piercing, apply topical antibiotic, see your doctor. You may need antibiotics by mouth as well to control the infection.
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A 48-year-old member asked:
Dr. Glynis Ablon answered
29 years experience Dermatology
See doctor: for oral and or topical antibiotics, try cleaning with hydrogen peroxide
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