What do you do if you lose your nose stud?

You should be able to simply reinsert the jewelry with little or no resistance, IF you fall into the “first few days after losing” category. You may want to be a bit gentler than you would if you were just changing out the jewelry, but otherwise it should be no problem!

Can a nose stud sink?

Too-tight a fit: Many nose studs—especially those from evil piercing guns—are very short and fit too tightly on the nostril. The initial swelling that follows a piercing can make them sink deeply into the nose, cutting off air to the healing piercing and making it impossible to clean properly.

What to do if you swallow a ring?

If the object is sharp or large, take them to the emergency room right away. Things that are 1 inch or bigger (including quarters) can lodge in their esophagus (the windpipe) and block breathing. Don’t try to fish the item out — you could cause more damage. And don’t try to force vomiting.

How long does it take for a nose stud to close up?

If your piercing is fresh, it can close up in a matter of minutes. If you’ve had it for less than a year, you can expect it to close up within a few hours or days. The inside of the hole can close up rather quickly, even if you’ve had the piercing for years.

What happens if you swallow an earring?

In many cases, the digestive tract will process the swallowed object and the object will exit the body naturally. In other cases, the object may get stuck or cause injuries on its way through the body. If this happens, you’ll need to see a doctor for treatment. Surgery may be necessary depending on the circumstances.

What happens if you swallow an earring back?

If you have an oral piercing and something comes loose, it’s possible to accidentally swallow part or all of the jewelry. While generally you should be okay and and the jewelry should pass through the bowels just fine, the size, shape, and texture of the piece determines the risk of damage or injury that could occur.