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Keloid on the nose piercing area.

2025-10-07 09:01:45
It's been 13 days my nose was pierced through punching machine. First 8 days were very good with the studds. Bt after that I put neem stick. Along with tbact that I apply. Since then my nose became this. I put gold nosepin today. I want to get rid of this keloid..don't want to close the nose hole. Please suggest. Can the infection go if take medicine and ointment?
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It is infected. Remove the piercing and consult for the infection. Otherwise it will form a permanent keloid

Answered2025-10-08 12:29:17

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Injection can help with some topical therapy
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Kindly do direct online consultations for detailed information

Answered2025-10-08 04:47:34

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Undergo intralesional medicine therapy.. otherwise few creams also available...for detailed prescription do direct online consultation

Answered2025-10-08 01:11:39

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Better get properly examined and if keloid can be taken early action to prevent progression. Could be mild infection
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Visit for examination and treatment
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Use topical antibiotic, better to remove pin

Answered2025-10-07 18:33:54

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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.

Answered2025-10-07 12:51:27

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You will need proper treatment
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Kindly consult a dermatologist online

Answered2025-10-07 12:26:47

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Remove the piercing and consult a doctor near ypu, can be treated kindly consult us online so that we can get your detailed history and prescribe you

Answered2025-10-31 10:14:39

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There are few options available Consult online for further management

Answered2025-10-08 04:07:24

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It is not keloid. Kindly consult online for proper treatment.

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Yes Consult online for proper evaluation and treatment

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It is not keloid. It is just inflamed. It is treatable.
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kindly book online consultation for proper management

Answered2025-10-07 12:23:33

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