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Iam male 30 years i like to interest wear nipple ring is any health problem afftect?

5 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Yes: Pain and infection are the two biggest risks. Your skin is designed to protect you from infection. A permanent opening, like a piercing, can serve as a highway for bacterial infection. Also some people who have piercings in sensitive areas, like nipples, experience lasting pain in the area. Good luck with your decision.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. Edgar Mendizabal answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

No: Go ahead but use a professional who will respect aseptic precautions.

Answered 12/21/2013

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

YES !: Nipple Piercings have led to cellulitis & abscesses. The jewelry can snag against clothing with potential of traumatic tears to the nipple.

Answered 11/1/2015

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