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Is it possible to get an allergy from an ear piercing?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Yes: If you are allergic to the metal used to keep the piercing open, you can have an allergy to it.
Answered 11/1/2015
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Yes: metal allergies can occur - especially with nickel.
Answered 6/29/2017
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