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[Complications following eyebrow piercing].

S Hörle1, G B Kuba

  • 1Klinik für Augenheilkunde, Philipps-Universität, Robert-Koch-Strasse 4, 35037 Marburg. Hoerle@mailer.uni-marburg.de

Der Ophthalmologe : Zeitschrift Der Deutschen Ophthalmologischen Gesellschaft
|March 29, 2002
PubMed
Summary

Body piercings, particularly facial ones, can lead to serious complications like inflammatory swelling. Prompt medical and surgical intervention is crucial for managing these adverse events.

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Dermatology
  • Plastic Surgery

Background:

  • Body piercing is increasingly common in industrialized nations, with materials like surgical steel and titanium being popular.
  • Complications reported in literature include infections, swelling, allergies, and wound healing issues, particularly with oral and facial piercings.

Observation:

  • A 22-year-old nurse presented with recurrent inflammation, pain, and swelling of her right cheek and eyebrow 4 months after a piercing.
  • Initial symptoms of local inflammation resolved spontaneously, but recurred with significant facial swelling and tenderness.

Findings:

  • Surgical removal of inflammatory tissue revealed a piercing canal and muscle tissue with histiocytic and lymphocytic infiltrates.
  • Histological examination indicated a significant inflammatory response to the facial piercing.

Implications:

  • The rising prevalence of piercings suggests a potential increase in ophthalmological and dermatological complications.
  • Severe complications can incur substantial costs for healthcare systems, necessitating awareness and appropriate management strategies.

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