Ear piercings and tattoos are becoming increasingly popular, but never asked if they could be dangerous? You might think that only a small...
Ear piercings and tattoos are becoming increasingly popular, but never asked if they could be dangerous?
You might think that only a small tattoo or piercing can not go wrong - but wrong.
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Tattoos are essentially a medical procedure; The skin is pierced with a needle and inject the ink into the dermis, which is the second layer, the skin deeper below the epidermis.
Unfortunately, tattoos are not only painful, but can also lead to infection if not done properly. sterile, for example, can cause infections.
A Health24 section warns that if the tattoo is not formed correctly the areas where the skin can become infected pierced, which can lead to scarring.
Also for drilling.
The dangers are real
"Piercing and Tattoos, have essentially no effect on the public , but there were problems with perforations when they pass through the ear cartilage" ear, nose and throat, said Dr. Gary Kroukamp.
Cartilage perforations are the perforations in the upper part of the outer ear and last longer than the earlobe to penetrate to heal.
If the piercing is through the cartilage, which can cause an infection (pericondritis) and overgrowth of cartilage (ear cauliflower), explained Dr. Kroukamp.
"Perichondritis is when bacteria spread from the skin to the cartilage, leading to infections. "(Surgery, injuries to the side of the head or contact sports can also infections and damage to the ear cause).
"Strict aseptic technique is essential to an infection occurs, and to prevent the regular cleaning around the fresh wound. However, any piercing should be avoided through the cartilage. "
Dr. Kroukamp adding that the inflamed cartilage can begin to grow, resulting in deformation or damage to the ear. Each overgrowth of cartilage must be surgically removed.
Fads come and go
If you decide to get a piercing or tattoo in the ear, and are willing to take risks, you must make sure that you have carefully later.
Tattoos are permanent and can not be removed by laser treatment, while a drill is closed when it's pretty cool.
The American Academy of Dermatology offers these tips for maintenance.
Care ear piercings:
- Always wash your hands before touching the newly pierced ears.
- Wash your ears regularly with soap and water.
- to hold back to practice twice a day an open hole.
- to drill apply alcohol twice a day to prevent infection.
Ear tattoos care:
- The application of a water-based lotion tattooed skin, especially if it is dry.
- Wear sunscreen and reduces the time spent in the sun while healing the tattooed skin.
Note, however, that if your tattoo or piercing is red, hard, itchy or infected, you should see a doctor as soon as possible.
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