Always had pierced ears problem

Posted By Suseeq (Sydney, Australia) on 07/12/2014

I had my ears pierced many years ago but have always had this problem whenever I wear earrings. My ears become itchy and sore after a couple of hours so I have to end up having to take them out. Doesn't matter if its cheap earrings or expensive pure gold, the outcome is still the same. Is there a solution that some one knows of? Thank you
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Replied by Tg (Al, US) on 07/12/2014

Maybe the earring back is not of a good metal?
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Replied by Sp (Wb, Nj) on 07/12/2014

Hi Suseeq, you could try neosporin or another product like that. I have a little tube that I use just for my earrings. I dip the post in, then put the post in my ear. That keeps me from getting red & itchy and helps the earring glide in easier.
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Replied by Kt (Usa) on 07/12/2014

You could also try painting the posts or wires with clear fingernail polish then, when dry, dip the posts or wires and fingers in alcohol before putting them in.
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Replied by Henrietta (Houston) on 09/15/2014

Apple cider vinegar cured every bad issue I ever had with my problem pierced ears. Sore, red, itchy, sometimes weepy, crusty and a big sore knotts in the holes were common. Gold or hypoallergenic backs and posts helped a little but not totally. This lasted 25 years. Then one day I rubbed them front and back with several drops of ACV, It stung a little but felt so good and was so much better the next morning. I did this twice a day until I knew they were healed. Now I only do it occasionally. Everyone I have told this to says they didnt have to go to the doctor when theirs got really bad.
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