My new ear piercing left my ‘whole body on fire’ – I can’t leave the house and only eat cold food years later

A MUM-OF-ONE has revealed how an ear piercing triggered a reaction which left her feeling like she’s constantly on fire.  

Lara Awalt, 48, is living with erythromelalgia, an ultra-rare condition that causes burning pain, redness and hot skin, most commonly in the face, feet and hands.  

HotSpot MediaLara was diagnosed with erythromelalgia after she had her ear pierced[/caption] HotSpot MediaThe mum noticed her ear became red, warm to the touch, and swollen in the days after the procedure[/caption]

For two years...