It is generally recommended to remove earrings at night, especially if you are a side sleeper. This is because sleeping with earrings in can cause discomfort, irritation, and even damage to the earlobe or earring.
Earrings can also get caught on clothing or bedding while you sleep, which can lead to injury or damage to the earring. In addition, wearing earrings for extended periods of time can cause a buildup of bacteria, dead skin cells, and other debris, which can increase the risk of infection or irritation.
To prevent discomfort or damage, it is a good idea to remove your earrings before going to bed. You can clean your earrings and earlobes with a gentle cleanser or rubbing alcohol before putting them back in the next day.
If you have recently gotten your ears pierced, it is especially important to follow the aftercare instructions provided by your piercer, which may include wearing earrings at all times for a certain period of time to prevent the piercing from closing up.