Piercing Bumps: What They Are and How to Handle Them

Common Types of Piercing Bumps: 

• · Irritation Bump: Often caused by friction or tight jewellery These bumps are small, red or pink, and tender. They usually clear up once the irritation is addressed, like switching to better fitting jewellery. 

• · Hypertrophic Scarring: This is raised scar tissue that forms when your body overproduces collagen. It looks like a firm, red, or flesh-coloured bump right at the piercing site. While not harmful, these scars can take a while to heal but usually go away with time.

• · Keloid: A more severe type of scar that grows beyond the piercing site. Keloids are larger, raised, and may require medical treatment as they won’t go away on their own. 

• · Infection Bump: If your bump is red, swollen, painful, or oozing pus, it might be an infection. Infected bumps need immediate care to prevent further complications.

• · Saline Soaks: Clean the piercing with our specially formulated Dorathy & J saline solution 2-3 times daily to promote healing and reduce inflammation.

• · Avoid Touching: Don’t twist or touch your jewellery unnecessarily. This can introduce bacteria or cause irritation.

• · Check Your Jewellery: Make sure the jewellery isn’t too tight or causing friction.

• · Infection Care: If it seems like an infection, continue cleaning with saline and visit one your piercer for advice. Don’t remove the jewellery on your own, as it can trap the infection.

• · Scar Treatments: For hypertrophic scarring, try chamomile compresses or diluted tea tree oil to reduce the bump. If you think it’s a keloid, consult a doctor for options like steroid injections or silicone sheets.

 

Do not fear! Most piercing bumps will improve with proper care and patience. If the bump persists or you’re not sure what’s happening, consult your piercer here or a healthcare provider for guidance.