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Can I use a regular earring or does it need to be a special one?

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It should be a special earring, because it needs to be large enough to go through your tragus. You should go to a professional to get this done so that they can provide you with the proper earring and care instructions, and ensure that it is done correctly.

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Would it fall in my ear while sleeping?

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No, it won’t fall in your ear if you have the backing on securely and tightly.

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Why can't I put the needle in the tragus at an angle?

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If you put it at an angle, the piercing may not take properly which could lead to serious problems.

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How do I put a Tragus piercing in?

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Feel around for the back hole with the Tragus stud. It may sting and lightly bleed if it's not fully healed.

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Can these help migraines?

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People I know who have the tragus pierced say that it does in fact help out with migraines.

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How can I stand the pain?

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You just have to breathe and close your eyes. It ends quickly. It's the healing process that hurts the most.

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How can I take out my tragus piercing?

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You should consult with a doctor or the person who did the piercing before trying to remove it on your own.

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I do not have a lot of money to buy piercing needles. I have pierced my nose with the earring and it worked perfectly. Can I pierce my tragus the same way?

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Piercing needles are not that expensive. I got a pack of like 20 professional sterile ones for around $20. Then you can slide the jewelry in easily too. The tragus is thicker than nose and harder to hold on to, so having a really sharp needle would ensure that you didn't mess up.

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