When it comes to body piercings, ear piercings reign supreme as the most popular and easy-going option. But not all ear piercings are created equal. Some are more painful, some take longer to heal, ...

Having your ears pierced is a fun way to showcase individuality, but sometimes, that tiny twinkle can get infected and be a painful surprise. An infected ear piercing can hurt, be swollen, and even ...

“You’re all set! Just no sleeping on your side for the next six months. That’s cool, right?” my piercer told me after inserting a needle and a pricey piece of jewelry into my ear cartilage. Well, I ...

From one freshly-pierced girl to another. I’m the kind of person who spends her spare time looking up ear piercing inspiration the way other people keep an eye out for their next tattoo. After ...

With a million other things going on right now, taking care of a healing piercing is the last thing you want to worry about. As most people with piercings know, different piercings cause different ...

Dear Doctor: My boyfriend let a friend of his pierce his earlobe and cartilage, and both places got infected. He says things will get better on their own, but I’m worried. What should he be doing?

Getting your ears pierced is an important milestone for many people – for personal and cultural reasons. While it’s usually a common and safe process, there are some important things to consider to ...

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