I got my cartilage pierced 1 week ago and it is still sore to touch... How much longer will it stay like this? Also, you're supposed to wash it once a day, but when can you stop worrying about it not getting infected? I was also told that you are not supposed to twist it for it will make it heal slower.. Any thoughts?

My friend got hers pierced and it stayed sore for about a month, slowly wearing away. The twisting fact is fake. It actually makes sure the earring doesn't fuse with your ear. Just keep hair away from it and it will soon stop hurting.