Baby g, there's a possibility that you might be metal sensitive. Some people are sensitive to the metals present in karat gold, namely nickel, silver, zinc and copper. A metal sensitivity is indicated by contact dermatitis which can range in severity from mild itching and redness to swelling and a red rash of fluid-filled bumps or flaking skin in the area of contact. In some cases a metal sensitivity is acquired after prolonged exposure. Your piercings may require several months to heal.
Clean the piercings with warm water and a cleanser once or twice a day, if you clean it more than that you'll irritate it. Before cleaning, wash your hands with soap and water to reduce the risk of introducing bacteria to the piercings. Rinse the piercings in warm water and gently remove any crusting with a cotton swab. Then apply a dab of a liquid medicated cleanser the piercer might recommend an over-the-counter option to the area. Gently turn the jewelry back and forth to work the cleanser around the opening. (Avoid alcohol and peroxide, as they can dry the skin, and avoid antibiotic ointments, which keep oxygen from reaching the piercing and can leave a sticky residue on the area).
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