* Bacteria: Gauged ears can create a warm, moist environment that is ideal for bacteria growth. This can lead to a buildup of bacteria, which can produce a foul odor.
* Earwax: Gauged ears can also cause an increase in earwax production. This earwax can build up and become impacted, which can also lead to a bad smell.
* Infection: If the gauged ear becomes infected, this can also produce a foul odor. Infection is more likely to occur if the ear is not properly cleaned or if jewelry is inserted into the ear that is too large or not properly sterilized.
To prevent your gauged ears from smelling, it is important to keep them clean and dry. You should wash your ears regularly with soap and water, and you should also use a saline solution to clean the piercings. You should also avoid wearing jewelry that is too large or too tight, and you should only insert jewelry into your ears that is clean and sterilized.