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Is it safe to put in the piercing or just fake it?
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Safe but not advised: Fake it. You can pretend and not hurt yourself.
Answered 3/27/2013
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I say FAKE IT !: I agree with dr. Despain. You can have the same look without mutilating your body. Piercing has inherent dangers. Common infections related to piercings include staphylococcus aureus, group a streptococcus & pseudomonas.
Answered 3/27/2013
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