Is it normal for your tongue to be very swollen 2 days after you get it pierced?

I have just had my tongue pierced and it is pretty much completely healed. But I must say I never experienced any gum swelling. This is probably not the best sign, however do not take your tongue bar out if it is only fresh as you are more likely prone to infection this way, leave it in and thoroughly wash your mouth with Rock Salt that has been disolved in boiled water then cooled about three times a day. If your gums keep swelling and hurting contact your piercer and seek advice.