What are the signs of a rejecting belly button piercing?

Symptoms of piercing rejection

• more of the jewelry becoming visible on the outside of the piercing.
• the piercing remaining sore, red, irritated, or dry after the first few days.
• the jewelry becoming visible under the skin.
• the piercing hole appearing to be getting larger.
• the jewelry looking like it is hanging differently.

Is it okay to put Vaseline on your infected belly button piercing?

Don’t use hydrogen peroxide or alcohol, which can slow healing. You may cover the area with a thin layer of petroleum jelly, such as Vaseline, and a non-stick bandage. Apply more petroleum jelly and replace the bandage as needed.

How do you heal an infected belly piercing?

What are the treatment options?

1. wash the hands before touching the piercing.
2. cleanse the area with a piercing cleaning solution.
3. apply an antibiotic ointment to the infection.
4. avoid removing the piercing unless a doctor suggests doing so.

How do I know if my belly button piercing is healing correctly?

Distinguishing between signs of infection and regular healing can be difficult. Pain and swelling right after a piercing are common. It is important to monitor how symptoms change. If symptoms, such as pain, steadily improve, the piercing is probably healing normally.

How do I know if my belly button piercing is infected?

Symptoms of an infected belly button piercing

1. severe swelling with pain and redness.
2. yellow, green, gray, or brown discharge that has an odor.
3. red lines that radiate from the piercing site.
4. fever, chills, dizziness, upset stomach, or vomiting.

How long does an infected belly piercing take to heal?

It can take up to nine months for this type of piercing to heal completely. However, you only need to avoid going in those bodies of water or tight clothing that may irritate the piercing for about three months, says Sobel.

How do I treat an infected piercing?

How are infected ear piercings treated?

1. Applying a warm compress to the infected earlobe or cartilage.
2. Rinsing the infected earlobe with sterile saline.
3. Using antibiotic ointment on the affected area.
4. Taking oral antibiotics for more severe infections.

Will a belly button piercing infection go away on its own?

While most belly button piercings heal without issues, bacteria can infect the area before healing is complete. Infections are usually minor. Symptoms can include pain, redness, and swelling, and improving hygiene can help. Complete healing can take 9–12 months.