Stop irritating the piercing
Do not twist, pick, or squeeze the bump
Avoid tight jewelry and switch to implant-grade titanium, niobium, or solid gold if needed
Keep the area clean with sterile saline
Use silicone gel or silicone sheets consistently
Apply pressure therapy if recommended by a professional
See a dermatologist for steroid injections
Ask about cryotherapy, laser treatment, or surgical removal
Use prescription treatments only under medical supervision
Remove the piercing only if a clinician advises it
Seek medical care if the area is painful, infected, or rapidly growing