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I want to get my tragus and nipples pierced. is this a bad idea from a doctor's point of view?
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Piercings: As long as it is performed by someone professionally trained in piercings/body modification in a sterile environment. Always follow the cleaning instructions given. There is always a risk of infection or your body rejecting the piercing.
Answered 8/25/2014
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