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Can i use saline solution on top of peroxide to clean infected ear from piercing? also is it ok if i accidently squirted saline solution inside ear?

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Dr. Arthur Balin answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Infected ear piercin: Yes. However if redness and pus develops see your doctor for a bacterial culture and an antibiotic. Also, after you clean it with peroxide, put on a topical antimicrobial agent such as polysporin (bacitracin and polymyxin) ointment.

Answered 11/28/2017

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OK: Peroxide is only irritating it: stop. Polysporin (bacitracin and polymyxin) is a common sensitizer which does not help any infection. Are you sure it is infected? How is the other ear? See your dr.

Answered 7/30/2013

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