Body piercing has been a trend for all for all times. In spite of knowing that one may have to experience pain in the process of doing so, one still goes for getting one’s body parts pierced so as to enhance one’s beauty and trend a sportive and sexy look. In certain societies such as the east and the tribals, it is imperative for the fairer sex to get their body parts such as the nose and ear pierced in order to assert their feminity. Not wearing an earring or a stud is considered to be an embarrassment for women in such societies.  After earlobe piercing, piercing of the nose is the most common form of body piercing that has not only been restricted to the Indian, African and South Pacific inhabitants but has also been taken up by the westerners since a few decades and has become more of a style statement for the youngsters of the modern era. Today, getting the nose pierced is much more than a mere avant-garde fascination.

Types Of Nose Piercing
Nostril Piercing – It is a practice that is most commonly seen among the Indians and the Nepalese. The women of these countries usually prefer getting their nose pierced on the left side of their nose as recommended by Aayurveda. This is because the left side is considered to be associated with the reproductive organs of females. The nose piercing procedure on the left hand side is supposed to ease childbirth and relieve pain during menstruation.

Nasal Septum Piercing – The method of piercing of the nose on the cartilaginous divide in between the nostrils is known as septum piercing. People getting their nose pierced on this part of the nose have to be careful not to get the cartilage pierced but to use the sweet spot, i.e., gap between the cartilage and the bottom of the nose for nose piercing.

Bridge or Earl Piercing – Piercing nose on its bridges through the thin skin layer at the nose top and between the eyes is a piercing practice less commonly seen. It is especially noticed among brave men and women who like to experiment with new and adventurous things in life and also have a daring attitude.

Nose Piercing Jewelry
Nose piercing jewellery is actually intended to keep the nose piercing hole intact and there are various types of nose piercings available. Nose piercing rings and studs are the two most common types of nose piercings that can be seen being sported by both sexes. The ring is in fact screwed in through the pierced side of the nose and is twisted from within so as to prevent it from harming the inner part of the nose. And nose piercing studs are designed to be held in a particular place by the help of a ring or a screw. Both of these types of nose piercings are not only comfortable to wear but also have a great appeal to others.

Nostril piercing jewellery is supposed to be light which shall help in the fast healing of the wound. Only after the healing of the wound can one sport large and heavy nose rings or studs. For example, Indian nose piercings are associated with initially light and small sized rings but after the wound gets healed, the nose is heavily adorned with ornamentation.

In case of septum piercing, captive bead rings, circular barbells, a circular bar, a tusk with pinchers, are the most preferred jewellery pieces. For nose piercing large gauge septums, plugs are usually worn as they are lighter to carry. A U-shaped nose piercing retainer is also available which is used by school and college goers where such ornaments are not permitted to be worn. They are easy to hide nose piercings and can be worn in and out as necessary. These retainers also serve as fake nose piercing.

Bridge or earl piercings require one to adore curved and straight barbells or seamless rings. However in all the cases, fresh nose piercings must be made up of stainless steel, gold and silver which are of good quality. This is because any compromise on the quality of the piercings or jewelry might lead to severe nose piercing infections. Diamond nose piercing is also preferred by many especially the affluent class.

Nose Piercing Pain – Do Nose Piercing Hurt?
If you want to know if it does hurt getting nose pierced, you must be made aware of the fact that as many tiny nerves run through the nose it may pain and even bleed while the nose is being pierced. At the same time, instead of using a sterilized needle, if one uses a nose piercing gun it is likely to cause more pain and is usually not used for nose piercing as it may prove harmful for the nose. Besides, nose piercing infections may also cause pain and bleeding which may actually be triggered by unclean and unhygienic methods of nose piercing. Nose piercing jewelry of a poor quality and improper size may also be the reason behind nose piercing pain.

Nose Piercing Infection Symptoms
The redness and swelling of the skin is quite natural to occur in case of nose piercing. Nose piercing pain on the pierced area is also bound to occur but is of a temporary nature and reduces with the healing of the wound. However, if the painful and inflammatory condition aggravates accompanied with the discharge of pus from the pierced nose tissue due to a number of factors, it amounts to nose piercing infections. The pus is usually yellow or green in color and is also smelly in nature. It also includes nose piercing bleeding as an indication for infection of the same.

Causes of Nose Piercing Infection
The infection of the nose while it has been pierced can be caused by a number of reasons such as the entry of pathogens, namely, bacteria and fungi into the freshly pierced part of the nose. It can also be triggered in case of one wearing very tight jewelry or having been undergone nose piercing with the help of a nose piercing gun. It may lead to nose piercing staph infection. The improper and unhygienic ways of using the nose piercing gun with non-sterilized nose piercing needles may lead to the transmission of even deadly diseases such as HIV and Hepatitis C. Besides, unhygienic ways of living may also be the reason behind nose piercing infections.

Nose Piercing Healing
The time taken for nose piercing healing may extend from 15 days to over a month depending on the care and the aftercare measures that needs to be followed after getting your nose pierced. The nose piercing healing time is actually extended in case of the occurrence of nose piercing infections or other complications associated with it. However, if one sincerely abides by the nose piercing care instructions that have been given above, it would ensure the fast healing of the pierced area without causing much pain and agony.

Nose Piercing Aftercare and Care
The pierced area must be thoroughly but lightly cleaned everyday for at least twice a day with sterile cotton swabs dipped in lukewarm water. But infected nose piercings can be treated only with the help of antiseptic soaps or lotions.

One must also remove any crusty formation on the nose piercing ring with the help of cotton swabs.

One needs to be careful while taking a bath as any kind of ignorance may hurt the infected wound and cause the pierced area to bleed and pain.

Strong substances such as tea tree oil, alcohol, betadine, hydrogen peroxide and methylated spirits must not be used on the pierced or infected area as it may promote the development of nose piercing scars or lumps. It may lead to a burning sensation and cause great irritation on the affected area.

Salt Water Soaks
Salt water soaks are necessary after a body piercing session. Cleaning a recently perforated area helps keep it safe from dirt and germs and prevents bacterial infection.

Add a tsp of sea salt into a glass containing 8 ounces of water. Mix this thoroughly. Soak a small cotton ball or Q-tip with a little of the solution and apply it to the pierced area. Throw the pad away and repeat the process with a new one. Continue this for 5-6 minutes. The session should be carried out twice daily till a month or two after the piercing session.

As you now know the risks and dangers associated with this kind of piercing, you must take the decision of getting this piercing done very carefully. Also, if you get the piercing done and observe any signs of infection or excessive bleeding, consulting your doctor or piercer immediately can save you from facing any kind of complications.

Avoid Injuries
Cheek Piercing care also involves avoiding trauma to the just-pierced region. Take good care of the area and avoid injuring it during sports activities. It can aggravate the wound and lead to problems like migration, rejection and infection.

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