What happens if I accidentally touched my nose piercing?

Don’t touch the piercing unless you’re cleaning it with recently washed hands — you may accidentally introduce bacteria and cause an infection. An untreated nose piercing infection can lead to nasal trauma and a host of other symptoms, including breathing difficulties and a change in the shape of your nose.

What happens if I touch my piercing too much?

Premer says touching your piercing too much will make it heal slower. You could get irritation bumps, and in some cases, it may have to be removed. You should wash your piercing twice a day and avoid touching it until it is completely healed.

Why is my nose ring swollen?

A raised area around the piercing may be caused by: tissue damage — if the piercing gets knocked or is removed too early. infection — if the piercing is done in unsanitary conditions or is not kept clean. an allergic reaction to the jewelry.

Is it normal for nose piercing to be red?

Pain and Healing Time You’ll have some pain when your nose is pierced. You may have some blood, swelling, tenderness, or bruising at first. It may be sore, tender, and red for up to 3 weeks. Pierced nostrils heal completely in about 2 to 4 months.

Is my nose piercing infected?

Although minor swelling and redness are expected, signs of a more serious infection include: an uncomfortable level of pain, throbbing, or burning around the piercing site. unusual tenderness at the piercing site. an unpleasant odor with green or yellow pus oozing from the piercing site.

How do I stop messing with a nose piercing?

cleaning the site at least twice a day using a saline solution. avoiding touching the piercing site except to clean it with recently washed hands. cleaning the site with gentle, unscented soap once the piercing has healed completely. using tea tree oil or coconut oil to moisturize the area.

What should you do if your nose piercing is bleeding?

You are allowed to be the judge of your own body, if you think your piercing is bleeding an excessive amount, or if you continuously find large amounts of dried blood around your piercing, contact your piercer right away and they will be able to help.

Is my nose ring infected?

How do you fix an infected nose piercing?

8 tips for treating an infected nose piercing

1. Clean the piercing site.
2. Apply a topical antibiotic.
3. Avoid picking or removing crusts or pus from the infected site.
4. Change your jewelry.
5. Use a hot compress with soothing oils.
6. Rinse the area with soap and water when showering.