Can I go 4 or so hours with my nose piercing hole NOT closing up if I don't have something in it?

Answer 1

NOT IN THE FIRST 4/6 WEEKS..

Answer 2

It depends on how long it has been since you had the piercing done. It it is within the first 4 months, I do not advise going without a ring or stud as the area can close up.

Nose piercings usually take approximately 8-10 weeks to heal on a normal basis, if you follow proper aftercare. Even if you have the piercing done properly with a needle, have proper jewellery and look after it properly you may still develop a problem with healing; this is because the nose is cartilage and it doesn't heal in the same way as flesh.

The most common problem is small lumps which form around the piercing, these are called granulomas and usually occur because the piercing has been knocked or the jewellery has been taken out and re-inserted damaging the wound.

IF you take your jewelry out, make sure you disinfect it before reinserting or you could develop an infection. Make sure during healing that you practice proper aftercare and maintenance.

I had my nose pierced 4 years ago and there are many times I take my piercing out to wash my face, put my makeup on, and have forgotten to put the piercing back in and didn't realize it until 3-4 hours passed. I have not had any problems with the hole closing. Here is a web site with other information regarding nose peircings and what to expect: http://www.bmezine.com/pierce/articles/ptafter/nose.html

Answer 3

Depends on how long ago you got it pierced.

Answer 4

no