Game meat on the piercing - half as wild?

Piercings are beautiful, but they are also a deliberate violation of the skin. For this reason, the healing process may not always go smoothly for various reasons. In some cases, for example, so-called game meat, also known as keloid, forms. In this blog post we explain what a keloid is, where it comes from, what symptoms can occur and how to treat it. 

What is game meat?

A keloid is excessive scarring that extends beyond the original wound. They often occur after operations, injuries or piercings. Keloids are benign tumors and are caused by impaired wound healing. But don't worry: the formations are not a sign of cancer, but simply benign scar tissue that has gone a bit out of control. Your body is out of balance and cannot accurately assess when the piercing wound will be adequately cared for. This causes the tissue to grow excessively to speed up the healing process. Nevertheless, you should (have) it treated!

Symptoms of game meat on piercing

A thickened, bulging scar on the skin that is often itchy or painful is typical for game meat. The color varies from light pink to dark red, sometimes purple or brownish. This growth can not only be cosmetically disturbing, but can also cause symptoms such as itching, pain and pressure.

Why does game meat appear on the piercing?

The exact causes of the formation of game flesh on the piercing have not yet been fully researched. However, factors such as an incorrect angle when piercing, incorrect care, contaminated jewelry, irritation of the wound and genetic predisposition can play a role. In addition, certain areas of the skin, such as: B. Cartilage tissue, more susceptible to the formation of game meat.

Treatment options for game meat

Treating psoriasis can be lengthy and requires a lot of patience. There are various treatment options such as cortisone injections, cryosurgery, laser therapy and surgical procedures. The choice of treatment depends on the individual situation and should be made by an experienced specialist. In principle, however, the earlier the game meat is treated, the quicker and easier it can be removed. It is therefore advisable to consult a piercer or doctor in the early stages. The specialist can assess the size of the growth, determine its location on the body and recommend the appropriate treatment method, taking into account the skin type. There is also good news: in most cases it is not necessary to remove the jewelry, as game meat can be examined without removing the jewelry.

If you want to treat your game meat yourself (which experts advise against), you can use the following home remedies: chamomile tea, saline solution, tea tree oil, lemon, honey, onion extract and a paste made from aspirin and water.

Prevention of gamey meat during piercing

To minimize the risk of gamey formation during piercing, you can be careful to avoid irritation and disinfect your wound regularly. In our shop we offer a skin-friendly one for this purpose, among other things disinfectant that not only cleans the puncture site but also cares for it. Furthermore, it is important to protect your piercing wound from sunlight and Use suitable piercing material. These include, among others Titanium piercings, which are particularly suitable for sensitive and hyperallergenic skin due to their material. Also the use of piercings Silicone discs can prevent game meat formation due to its greater flexibility. Unfortunately, game meat cannot be completely avoided.