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What is the difference between a tragus and an anti tragus piercing?
The anti-tragus is located opposite the tragus, directly above your earlobe. If you pinch your earlobe, you’ll likely feel a triangular-shaped piece of cartilage sticking out above it. That’s the anti-tragus.
Which is more painful helix or tragus?
But not all cartilage piercings are known to cause the same pain threshold, with upper cartilage piercings such as helix considered to be less painful than the anti-tragus and other inner ear piercings, which have harder tissue.
How long does tragus take to heal?
Tragus piercings typically heal in 3 to 6 months, but the whole process can take up to a year in some cases. To keep things moving smoothly, follow the aftercare instructions provided by your piercer.
How do I know if my tragus is pierced wrong?
The tragus is a favorite place to get an ear piercing, and while it can look great, this type of piercing can easily become infected if it is not cared for properly….What are the symptoms?
- throbbing and discomfort around the area.
- redness.
- heat radiating from the area.
- clear or light yellow seepage from the wound.
What is a tragus piercing and should you get one?
Your tragus is the little flap of cartilage over the front of your ear canal where your ear joins your head. A tragus piercing, therefore, is a piercing that goes through that half-moon shaped flap. Before getting your heart set on a tragus piercing, it’s important to note that tragus piercings are anatomy dependant.
How long does it take for a tragus piercing to heal?
The tragus will take a few months to heal. Cartilage famously varies in its healing times, but most often the tragus heals between 2 – 3 months. However, some report healing times of up to a year, so keep an eye on your piercing and talk to a piercer if you’re unsure you’re fully healed.
Why is the tragus of the ear susceptible to infection?
The proximity of the tragus to the ear canal makes it susceptible to the bacteria that dead skin cells and ear wax carry. Additionally, cartilage has a lower blood supply than more fleshy areas, which makes it a higher risk for infection and scarring.