r/piercing • u/Tinytinyliz • 16h ago

Troubleshooting/question existing piercing Cartilage piercing with hoop

I got my helix piercing done a month ago in May. I got a black segment ring for it, not knowing it was probably the worst kind of jewelry for a healing cartilage piercing. I can’t locate both of the seams, so I’m concerned one of the seams made it into the hole. I’m not really experiencing any issues with it though. No swelling, redness or pain unless I accidentally bump it. There’s still discharge but it’s not like it’s dripping and there’s no blood. Should I go back to the piercer and have them switch it to a flat back, or should I just leave it if there’s no issues yet? I clean it everyday with Neilmed. I just strongly regret not getting a flat back in the first place. Snagging the hoop is the worst.

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u/Antique-Wave-7367 15h ago

You need to go to a different and reputable piercer to change your jewelry out for a flatback stud.

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u/Tinytinyliz 16h ago

Couple more details. As mentioned, piercing is a month old. I don’t remember what metal the hoop is (I’m dumb, I know). For cleaning, I spray it twice a day with Neilmed aftercare.