Piercing bumps can occur from a number of reasons including allergies, genetics, poor aftercare, irritation, trauma from knocking or bumping, or just bad luck. With treatment, they may disappear completely.
Why won’t my piercing bump go away?
If there is no improvement after 2 weeks, a person should go back to the piercer to seek advice and check that they are giving the piercing the correct aftercare. Some symptoms, however, should be checked by a doctor. These include: an uncomfortable amount of pain.
Are piercing bumps normal?
Unfortunately, bumps are relatively common with cartilage piercings. They can form soon after your initial piercing or long after it’s truly healed. If you still have a bump after the initial swelling subsides, it may be: a pustule — a blister or pimple that contains pus.
