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Can a nostril piercing cause brain infection?

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Yes: Closest way to the thinnest bony structures surrounding the brain were there's a lot of blood flow.

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Answered 7/10/2016

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Dr. Idan Sharon answered

Specializes in Neurology

Nostril piercing: Nostril piercing may cause local infections. If these infections are treated, there is verry little likelihood of spread. Of course, this pertains to a piercing that is properly performed.

Answered 11/16/2012

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