This can be encouraged if you touch your jewelry too much during healing. If you’re the type to absentmindedly mess with your new jewelry, then you might want to think about another piercing type.Piercing bumps are another common side effect of any piercing. These usually form due to poor aftercare practices or trauma to the piercing site. If you choose an unreputable piercer, bumps may also form due to poor placement. If the bumps are due to the former issue, they are likely to go away on their own. If they form due to the latter issue, you’ll need to see a reputable piercer to determine whether the piercing can be saved.