EAR LOBE PIERCING

The typical placement for an earlobe piercing is directly in the center of the lobe and can vary from one earring to multiple earrings.
The procedure for this varies from culture to culture, and also depends on the size of the initial piercing.
The earlobe is a relatively fast part of the body to heal, usually taking 6-10 weeks, with problems being very rare.

There are no apparent health issues involved with standard ear piercings. Cartilage piercings are more prone to problems, as cartilage is a different tissue and so doesn't heal in the same way. The most common problem is the appearance of small lumps which form around the piercing. These usually occur as a result of irritation or damage to the piercing caused by careless insertion of jewelry or accidental knocks.