Clean the piercing with sterile saline twice daily
Avoid touching, twisting, or picking at the jewelry
Do not use alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, or harsh ointments
Keep hair, makeup, and skincare products away from the area
Reduce pressure or friction from sleeping, headphones, masks, or clothing
Check that the jewelry is the correct size and material
Use implant-grade titanium, niobium, or solid gold jewelry if needed
Avoid changing the jewelry too soon
Do not remove the jewelry if the bump may be from irritation
Apply a warm saline compress for a few minutes daily
Watch for signs of infection such as increasing redness, heat, swelling, pus, or severe pain
See a professional piercer if the jewelry fit or placement may be causing the bump
See a healthcare professional if symptoms worsen or do not improve