I got my nose pierced about two weeks ago, and now there's a little red skin that's popped up around the piercing. I tried putting a neem stick in it. What should I do to help it heal? Is there something else I need to try or watch out for?

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Dr Ibrahim Salah

General Practitioner

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2+ Yrs

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This needs evaluation,visit Dermatologist for appropriate management

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Answered 26 days ago

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