Body piercing: What are the usual issues?

Fact Checked

Different parts of the body can be used for body piercing. The ears have been the usual site and most cases heal without any issues. Other parts include the nose, mouth, tongue, eyebrow, navel and even the genital region.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Rj42zs4EP8

Take note that in every site of body piercing, it has its healing time and set of possible issues to expect.

With the proper home treatment, it can hasten the healing process of the wound as well as prevent any issues. Initially, a body piercing site might be minimally swollen, and a small amount of blood or fluid might drain from the site.

Common issues from a body piercing

body piercing
An infection of the lips or mouth can cause issues with chewing, speech or swallowing or trigger swelling that can block the throat.
  • Infection – An infection has the potential to be serious or even life-threatening where the whole body is affected. An infection of the lips or mouth can cause issues with chewing, speech or swallowing or trigger swelling that can block the throat. For a nipple piercing, it can scar the breast tissue and disrupt ability to breastfeed among women.
  • Tearing or splitting of the skin that can lead to scar tissue formation.
  • Issues with the jewelry worn include metal allergies. The individual should use the type of jewelry specific to the body piercing site.
  • Damage to the underlying nerves or blood vessels
  • Scarring of the site of the body piercing

In case sterile technique is not observed during a body piercing, there is a possibility of acquiring certain diseases such as hepatitis B or C and even HIV. Sepsis can also develop as well.

Leave a Comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

× How can I help you?

The information posted on this page is for educational purposes only.
If you need medical advice or help with a diagnosis contact a medical professional

  • All firstaidcprvictoria.ca content is reviewed by a medical professional and / sourced to ensure as much factual accuracy as possible.

  • We have strict sourcing guidelines and only link to reputable websites, academic research institutions and medical articles.

  • If you feel that any of our content is inaccurate, out-of-date, or otherwise questionable, please contact us through our contact us page.