Aftercare

How do I recognise an infection?

Warning signs are redness that spreads, strong swelling, heat, increasing pain, yellow or green pus and fever. Contact your artist or a doctor quickly. A little redness, swelling and clear weeping in the first days is normal.

Last checked 2026-10-14. General information, not medical advice — ask your artist or a doctor about your own case.

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