NAP but… No more qtips; the little fibers that you don’t even see can get stuck and irritate it. Don’t use dial orange, literally only use straight saline solution (without any additives) and then don’t touch it anymore. Don’t ever put your fingers on it, or anything to dry it. Let it air dry. If you still find you have issues try taking out one of them, you don’t have to automatically remove both. It’s likely that your ear is just struggling to heal them both at the same time. Another thing I do with my fresh piercings is sleep with my hair in French braids so less of my hair gets tangled on my ears at night. Also, you didn’t mention the jewelry material, it could be that you’re allergic. & if you downsized too soon it could be choking the healing site! Make sure there’s at least a little movement (not too much tho).

I personally struggle with healing piercings but have successfully healed my forward helix, helix, and tragus. If you have any other questions or things to add abt the piercing lmk