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  5. I got my nose pierced about 4 months ago, but it still hasnt healed properly. Theres no pain, but theres discoloration and redness around the piercing, and theres a black mark and bump around it. Its not looking neat at all. What should I do to help it heal properly?

I got my nose pierced about 4 months ago, but it still hasnt healed properly. Theres no pain, but theres discoloration and redness around the piercing, and theres a black mark and bump around it. Its not looking neat at all. What should I do to help it heal properly?

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I got my nose pierced about 4 months ago, but it still hasnt healed properly. Theres no pain, but theres discoloration and redness around the piercing, and theres a black mark and bump around it. Its not looking neat at all. What should I do to help it heal properly?

It seems like you may be experiencing a keloid or hypertrophic scar formation around your nose piercing. To help with the healing process and reduce the discoloration and bump, you can try using over-the-counter silicone gel sheets to flatten and reduce the scar tissue. Additionally, applying a topical corticosteroid cream like Betamethasone 0.1% twice a day can help reduce inflammation and redness. Make sure to keep the area clean and avoid any trauma to the piercing site.

Last updated on 18 Dec 2024

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