{"id":5532,"date":"2023-02-14T19:50:00","date_gmt":"2023-02-14T19:50:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/allthingsjewelryy.com\/?p=5532"},"modified":"2023-02-15T06:24:41","modified_gmt":"2023-02-15T06:24:41","slug":"shattered-cartilage","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/allthingsjewelryy.com\/shattered-cartilage\/","title":{"rendered":"Do You Have Shattered Cartilage? Here’s How to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Cartilage ear piercings<\/a> are trendy, and while earlobe piercings are considered relatively safe, cartilage piercings come with a catch. With limited blood flow in the cartilage, the infection risk is higher than with other ear piercings, and there\u2019s also the risk of \u201cshattered cartilage\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re curious about shattered cartilage or concerned you have shattered cartilage, this guide is for you. We\u2019re sharing how to know if your cartilage is shattered, how long it takes to heal, tips to avoid it altogether, and more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Can you shatter the cartilage in your ear?<\/h2>\n\n\n
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You can shatter the ear cartilage by subjecting it to excessive force or trauma. Attempting to penetrate it with a solid, dull object, such as jewelry from a piercing gun, is like trying to force a blunt needle through it. The impact will shatter and possibly damage the cartilage. However, using a hollow needle keeps it in place, leaving only a clean and precise hole. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Causes of shattered cartilage<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Shattered cartilage is a painful reality that can result from various reasons, including the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • A punch to the ear or a rough fall<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Contact sports like boxing or wrestling<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Car accidents and other traumatic motor vehicle incidents<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Physical altercations or assaults<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Ear cartilage piercing with a piercing gun <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Rarely from ear surgery.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    \ud83d\udca1 Take Note: If you suspect you’ve suffered a shattered ear cartilage, it’s crucial to seek medical attention immediately.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    How do you know if your ear cartilage is shattered? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Symptoms of shattered ear cartilage can include pain, swelling, changes in the shape of the ear, and tenderness to the touch. In severe cases, shattered ear cartilage can also cause hearing problems and other complications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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