Pierced Lips Infection Cure

There could be multiple reasons for the development of an infection that arises out of a body piercing. While infections can be treated, it will take longer for the piercing to heal and you may be saddled with a lot of pain and discomfort. Lip piercings are liable to take more time to heal because of the location of the piercing and if not treated well in time, the infection is likely to spread to the teeth and gums. They may get infected by bacteria or viruses and this condition is characterized by persistent and severe throbbing pain for more than two days, inflammation and redness around the area, irritation, burning, itching, a breakout of fever, swelling lymph nodes in the neck and a foul smell. Consult a physician immediately if you develop these signs.

Be careful to not to touch it or to squeeze out the discharge yourself. This is because germs from the hands can further infect the area. Do not at any cost remove the jewellery as the infection will then enter the hole of the piercing, settle in there and it could develop into an abscess. Pus will also form and make it much more difficult to heal. If the infection is mild, mix a little sea salt in warm water and rinse your mouth with it after every meal. This solution of sea salt will also eliminate any crust that has formed in and around the pierced area. An antibacterial mouth wash can also be used to rinse your mouth.  Once the lymph nodes start swelling, it is an indication that the infection has turned severe and you will need to start on a course of antibiotics in consultation with your physician.

Your piercing can also get infected if a particle of food gets lodged on the inside. You may not be able to brush as carefully as you usually do due to the pain and discomfort and may overlook the particle lodged in the area. This will have to be removed as it could have triggered the infection and you might want to visit a dentist for the same. Use a soft bristled tooth brush and gently clean the teeth to prevent it from happening again. In the days after the piercing is done, you must avoid smoking and drinking. Eat a lot of frozen yoghurt, and suck on chipped or crushed ice for the first two weeks after the swelling to relieve the pain, swelling and help with the healing process.