<s>[INST] I got my tragus pierced 2 days ago and today I noticed little bumps below it and my lymph node on that side is super swollen I am also in a lot of pain I ve been cleaning it three times a day I m worried it might be infected? I m almost completely deaf in that ear and I am nervous it could effect it?? Help!! [/INST] Hi ! Good evening. I am Chat Doctor answering your query. Yes ! You are possibly right in saying that the wound of ear-piercing has got infected. If I were your doctor, I would have started an anti-inflammatory, and a broad spectrum antibiotic for you followed by referral to the ENT specialist for a review of the deafness which you have developed recently. I hope this information would help you in discussing with your family physician/treating doctor in further management of your problem. Please do not hesitate to ask in case of any further doubts. Thanks for choosing Chat Doctor to clear doubts on your health problems. Wishing you an early recovery. Chat Doctor. </s>