Can I take a shower after getting my ears pierced?
Jun 14, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Xu Gang
Introduction
In general, you should not take a shower immediately after getting your ears pierced. It is recommended to wait at least 48 hours before showering. After ear piercing, it's important to keep the wound clean and dry to prevent infection and other complications. Therefore, it's usually advised to avoid contact with water—including showering and swimming—for the first 48 hours. During the healing period of the piercing, prolonged immersion in water should also be avoided.
Generally, you should not take a shower immediately after getting your ears pierced. It is recommended to wait at least 48 hours before showering. Specific details are as follows:
After getting your ears pierced, it is important to keep the wound clean and dry to prevent infection and other complications. Therefore, it is generally advised to avoid contact with water within the first 48 hours, including showering and swimming. During the healing period, prolonged immersion in water should also be avoided to prevent irritation and infection of the piercing site. If water exposure is unavoidable, waterproof adhesive patches or tape can be used to cover the piercing and protect it from water. During the healing process, clean the piercing and surrounding skin daily using a sterile cotton swab or ball soaked in disinfectant solution, ensuring the area remains dry and clean to promote healing.
Note that if symptoms such as redness, swelling, or severe pain occur after ear piercing and persist for an extended period, medical attention should be sought promptly.
