Genital Piercings: What Is Known And What People with Genital Piercings Tell Us.

The article provides information on health issues related to genital piercing. Health concerns with genital piercing may present a variety of physical conditions including piercing-related infections, skin irritation, bleeding, nerve damage or allergic reactions. Although it is not necessary to understand client rationale to provide quality patient care, awareness of the intention can help nurses to be sensitive to the patients' need.