How do I get rid of an Irritationnbump/keloid?

Have you got a bump on your piercing? What should you do to make it go away? It's a common question. Here we go over the differences between keloids and bumps, why they occur and how to treat them properly.

Difference between Keloid & Irritation Bump

Keloid: Hard, rubbery lump that can grow larger than the piercing itself, rarely goes away on its own.
Bump: This is the most common bump around piercings (softer/red). Bumps are common and usually occur a few weeks after the piercing. They are usually: flat or slightly raised, uncomfortable or itchy, occur within a few weeks after the piercing. Bumps occur from pressure, spinning of jewelry or lack of aftercare. Can disappear with patience and proper care.

Why do you get a bump on your piercing? The reason why you have problems with a piercing is not always easy to figure out. There are various factors that play a role, such as:

Wrong size or material of the jewelry
Pressure that occurs, for example, when sleeping on the piercing, wearing headphones or other irritations that often occur in your everyday life.
Fumbling with the piercing, touching or twisting the jewelry unnecessarily
Insufficient and/or incorrect aftercare

How do I get rid of an irritation bump?

Avoid touching or twisting the jewelry
Reduce pressure and friction
Check that the jewelry is properly seated
Clean as directed further down the page.
A silicone disk can be very helpful.
Visit a professional piercer if necessary

How should I clean my piercing when I have a bump?

There are different ways to treat bumps, either you can use saline solution 2-6 times daily, avoid touching the jewelry, and let the crusts remain. Switch to a titanium jewelry if you suspect hypersensitivity or if the rod is too short/long. Or you can choose an antiseptic cleanser. We have different cleaning kits with easy-to-use cleansers, one with Sea Salt & Teatree oil and one with Antiseptic Spray, Teatree oil and silicone disk

Have you already heard of the silicone disk that is said to work wonders against Bumps & Keloids? Imagine a superhero wearing a silicone cape instead of a cloth cape. That's pretty much what the silicone disk does! It gently covers your bump/keloid and protects it from bad guys like rubbing, irritation or prying eyes... because the disk is larger than the ball & rod, it helps reduce the size of the bump and above all softens its appearance! And that's not all, the silicone disk is also an excellent companion when you're going to sleep, thanks to its soft and smooth texture it offers maximum comfort for your skin and also allows you to correct piercings that you've slept in a little too much. Keep in mind that the bar must be 1mm longer when using the silicone disk.

Why do you get a Keloid, what is it?

It is not entirely clear what causes keloid scars. However, most agree that a dysfunction in the wound healing process is likely what causes them. Collagen – a protein found throughout the body – is very good for wound healing, but when the body produces too much, keloids can form. A keloid scar is a thick, raised scar. It can appear anywhere you have a skin injury, such as a recent piercing.

A keloid scar is not harmful to your physical health, but it is often unsightly and unsightly. Prevention or early treatment is key.

When should you seek help?

If the bump is growing rapidly
If it hurts a lot
If it doesn't go away despite proper care
If it looks like a hard, growing scar

Our experienced Bodypiercers at Barbarella Piercing in Gothenburg help customers with irritation bumps and piercing problems every day. With the right advice and jewelry, we can often improve healing and get the bump removed faster.

Visit us for a check-up or consultation.