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[Piercings--what the physician needs to know?].
Nicolas Kluger1, Virve Koljonen
1HYKS, Iho- ja allergiasairaala, PL 160, 00029 HUS.
Duodecim; Laaketieteellinen Aikakauskirja
|August 14, 2012
Summary
Body piercing (BP) involves inserting jewelry through the skin, leading to various acute and chronic complications, especially with oral piercings. Healthcare providers should adopt a non-judgmental approach when treating patients with piercing-related issues.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Infectious Diseases
- Medical Complications
Context:
- Body piercing (BP) is a prevalent form of body modification, involving the insertion of jewelry through the skin.
- Complications associated with BP are diverse, encompassing acute, chronic, infectious, and non-infectious types, affecting local or systemic health.
- Oral piercings are particularly common and associated with a significant number of complications.
Purpose:
- To summarize the spectrum of complications associated with body piercing.
- To highlight acute infections as a major concern in body piercing.
- To emphasize the need for a non-judgmental approach in managing patients with body piercing complications.
Summary:
- Body piercing encompasses various complications, including acute and chronic, infectious and non-infectious, and local or systemic issues.
- Acute infections are the most significant complications, occurring irrespective of the piercing location.
- Oral piercings present frequent challenges and are linked to numerous health issues, necessitating careful medical attention.
Impact:
- Informing healthcare professionals about the potential risks and complications of body piercing.
- Guiding medical practitioners to provide effective and non-judgmental care for patients with body piercing concerns.
- Raising awareness about the importance of addressing complications related to body modifications like piercings.
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