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What's the best way to remove a genital piercing to minimize scars or keyloids?
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Gently!: Any piercings should removed gently to avoid trauma which can increase scarring. If you are removing the piercing because of infection, topical antibiotic can be prescribed.
Answered 9/28/2016
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