I got my ear cartlidge pierced in november and it is still hurting. What is going on?

Question

My piercing is in for almost five months now, and it still hurts when I touch it. I don't think it is infected becasue it is not inflammed and not pus is coming out. It just looks like it's having a hard time healing. What can I do to help it along?

Answer 1

Did you get it done with a gun? If so, you may have shattered the cartilidge and caused permanent damage. If it isn't pussing anymore, that is a good sign for no infection, so you can take out the piercing if it doesn't get better. You may want to also change your jewelery. A captive bead ring is the best way to go because it has plenty of movement, is easy to clean, and won't fall out when you sleep.