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Helix piercing infection

2022-08-24 04:37:39
Hello, actually I've had my double helix piercing done approx. 8 months ago and and it used to be infected but it was okay after some time but now a days it suddenly became swollen,red hot, extremely painful and it is releasing little amount of white pus i know it's infected so please tell me some ointment or oral medicine which can clear my piercing infection completely. Thank you very much.
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It's due to bacterial growth..it will go with medicine... for detailed prescription do direct online consultation with photos

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Infected ear piercing
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Remove the ear rings and clean the area with soap & water 3 times daily

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Consult online for further treatment on

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription & guidance.

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Share an image..also can be allergy to what metal is being used after piercing and that might be causing sec infection.. Consult online for further details

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Specific treatment available for complete cure share image for better evaluation
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kindly do direct online consultation with photographs for detailed prescription and further management

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Take consultantion and discuss in detail

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