Clean the area with sterile saline twice daily
Wash your hands before touching the piercing
Avoid twisting, squeezing, or picking at the lump
Stop using alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, and harsh ointments
Check that the jewelry is not too tight
Switch to hypoallergenic jewelry if needed
Use a warm compress for 5 to 10 minutes, 2 to 3 times daily
Avoid sleeping on the pierced ear
Keep hair, makeup, and skincare products away from the piercing
Remove the jewelry only if a healthcare professional tells you to
See a doctor if the lump is painful, growing, red, warm, draining pus, or not improving
Get urgent medical care if you have fever, spreading redness, or severe swelling