Cartilage piercing has slow healing time
September 09, 2004
By: Lori Wilkerson
Cartilage piercing, usually done in the upper part of the ear or
in one of the cartilage ridges of the ear close to the face, is very
popular but requires a high level of dedication because of the long
healing time required. In addition, cartilage piercing runs into
some hazards such as hairsprays, hair gels and tossing and turning
in bed that can seriously aggravate the area before it is healed.
If you use hair care products, try to keep this to a minimum
after a new cartilage piercing for at least three months so that you
don’t get them in the wound. This can be a particular problem with
an industrial ear piercing, where you have two holes to contend with
rather than one, and the added complication of the ear rim harboring
bacteria and dirt. It’s doubly important to clean any cartilage
piercing thoroughly twice a day as directed by your piercer.
There’s really not much you can do about tossing and turning in
bed except to make sure that you frequently change your pillow
cases, especially if your pets get on your bed or you share the bed
with a partner. Germs spread quickly, and a cartilage infection is
notoriously hard to get rid of once it sets in.
Do not remove your starter jewelry from a cartilage piercing
before the time suggested by your piercer (usually about six
months). While it may seem to be healed, the skin around the hole of
this piercing can close over within hours of removing the jewelry
even after months of healing. The hole in the cartilage may remain,
but the skin can quickly grow closed over and around the cartilage
piercing. The key to a successful, cleanly healed piercing in this
area is time and care.
About the Author:
Lori Wilkerson is a successful freelance writer and publisher of
http://www.body-jewelry-useek.com. Body jewelry, piercing and tattooing information you seek to perfectly adorn your body.
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