Keloids from piercings possible?

Keloids can develop from piercings, but not all growths around a piercing are keloids. People of African American descent are more prone to keloids. Preventative measures include being careful with the piercing and cleaning it as recommended. If a keloid appears, visit a dermatologist for evaluation and treatment. The short answer is yes, you can […]

Types of body piercings?

Different types of body piercings include ear, oral, nasal, abdominal, genital, and surface piercings. Ear piercings can be single, scaffold, or woven. Oral piercings include lip, tongue, cheek, and labret. Nose piercings are socially acceptable and can be concealed easily. Abdominal piercings include nipple and belly button piercings. Genital piercings are done for sexual satisfaction, […]

Labret piercings: what types?

Different types of labret piercings include the vertical, monroe, snakebite, and spider bite. The vertical labret is the most common and involves piercing through the top of the lower lip. The monroe is named after Marilyn Monroe and is done on the left side of the face. Snakebite and spider bite involve multiple piercings on […]

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