Intimate body piercings in women

J Psychosom Obstet Gynaecol. 2008 Dec;29(4):235-9. doi: 10.1080/01674820802621874.

Abstract

The popularity of (intimate) body piercing has increased as well as the chances of being confronted with (the complications) of it. This article provides information about the various types of intimate body piercings in women, the complications and concerns regarding the treatment of patients with intimate bodypiercings.

MeSH terms

  • Body Piercing* / adverse effects
  • Body Piercing* / legislation & jurisprudence
  • Body Piercing* / psychology
  • Female
  • Humans
  • United Kingdom
  • Vulva*