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Can i get meningitis from getting ears pierced?
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Unlikely: The risk of getting meningitis would be very low from ear piercing. Make sure you get it done at a reputable and clean place.
Answered 10/6/2017
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That risk is low.: Regarding body piercing, the risks of unemployment far outweigh the risks of meningitis. Regarding infections, the biggest worry is viral hepatitis and you may want to ask them how they sterilize the equipment.
Answered 11/10/2015
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