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It is highly recommended that you get your ears pierced by a professional, as you are less likely to develop an infection and more likely to be happy with the results. In saying that, piercing your ears at home is relatively easy to do, as long as you have a strong stomach, the correct tools and follow strict safety precautions. This article will only show you how to pierce your earlobes, as you should never pierce your ear cartilage at home. | It is highly recommended that you get your ears pierced by a professional, as you are less likely to develop an infection and more likely to be happy with the results. In saying that, piercing your ears at home is relatively easy to do, as long as you have a strong stomach, the correct tools and follow strict safety precautions. This article will only show you how to pierce your earlobes, as you should never pierce your ear cartilage at home. | ||
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=== Piercing The Ear === | === Piercing The Ear === | ||
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#Deal with infections immediately. If you ''do'' develop an infection (which is much more likely with home piercing) it is essential that you take care of it immediately, to prevent it from becoming worse, or spreading. Leave the earring in and apply a warm compress to the ear four times a day, for three minutes each time. After each compress, clean the ear with an antiseptic cleanser, then apply a topical antibiotic cream. If you don't see an improvement within 24 hours, you should visit your doctor.<ref name="medical"/> | #Deal with infections immediately. If you ''do'' develop an infection (which is much more likely with home piercing) it is essential that you take care of it immediately, to prevent it from becoming worse, or spreading. Leave the earring in and apply a warm compress to the ear four times a day, for three minutes each time. After each compress, clean the ear with an antiseptic cleanser, then apply a topical antibiotic cream. If you don't see an improvement within 24 hours, you should visit your doctor.<ref name="medical"/> | ||
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== Tips == | == Tips == | ||
