How do you know if your nose piercing is infected?

Answer 1

Signs of infection include severe swelling, severe redness, and/or a yellow or green discharge that smells bad. An advanced infection can also include fever and/or chills. If you suspect you have an infection, see a doctor for antibiotics. Contrary to what you may have heard, antibiotics are the only thing that will fully cure an infection.

Answer 2

If you feel generalized area pain;

If your nose discharges copious amounts of green mucus;

If you are told that there is a stench of putrefaction about your head and shoulders;

If your nose cartilage begins to collapse and your nose sinks into your face;

Finally, if the infection spreads to the skull and brain, you will most likely be moribund, so you won't care too much.

Answer 3

If the area is exceptionally swollen or red weeks after, if there is blood or puss around the piercing or if there is a crust developing on or around the piercing, its likely to be infected. You should go and see your piercer and ask their advice on what to do!!!