If you've found yourself victim of the infamous nose piercing bump, don't worry! Although unpleasant, it isn't uncommon to develop a bump around/near the piercing site, particularly during the initial healing process.
You'll want to determine the type of bump you're dealing with and treat it accordingly to preserve both your piercing and your health. Determine whether the bump is solid or not and whether it's pus or fluid filled, a keloid, or a granuloma. A keloid is a type of scar that forms at the site of a healed injury and is composed of collagen. A granuloma is an inflammation made up of a collection of immune cells known as macrophages and caused by the immune system's attempt to wall off substances that it perceives as foreign but is unable to eliminate.
Whichever type of bump you have, you should NOT attempt to pop or pierce it. You can use a hot compress to get rid of the bump. If it is a keloid, vitamin E and lavender may also help. If the bump persists and causes your pain or gets bigger, you should visit a dermatologist right away.
