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FOR PARTICULAR AREAS <br /> Navel <br /> A hard,vented eye patch(sold at pharmacies)can be applied under tight clothing(such as nylon stockings)or secured <br /> using a length of ace bandage around the body(to avoid irritation from adhesive).This can protect the area from <br /> restrictive clothing,excess irritation,and impact during physical activities such as contact sports. <br /> Ear/Ear Cartilage and Facial <br /> Use the t-shirt trick:dress your pillow in a large,clean t-shirt and turn it every night,one clean t-shirt provides four clean <br /> surfaces for sleeping. <br /> Maintain cleanliness of telephones, headphones,eyeglasses,helmets, hats and anything that contacts the pierced area. <br /> Use caution when styling your hair and advise your stylist of a new or healing piercing. <br /> Nipple <br /> The support of a tight cotton shirt or sports bra may provide protection and feel comfortable,especially for sleeping. <br /> Genital <br /> In most cases you can engage in sexual activity as soon as you feel ready.Comfort and hygiene are vital. <br /> During healing all sexual activities must be gentle. <br /> To increase comfort and decrease trauma,soak in warm saline solution or plain water to remove any crusty matter, <br /> before sexual activity. <br /> Use barriers,such as condoms,dental dams,and Tegaderm,etc.'to avoid contact with a partner's bodily fluids,even in <br /> long-term relationships. <br /> Use clean,disposable barriers for sex toys, <br /> Wash hands before touching on or near the piercing. <br /> Use a new container of water-based lubricant."Do not use your own saliva as a lubricant. <br /> After sex,an additional saline soak or clean water rinse is suggested. <br /> Prince Albert and Apadravya piercings can bleet freely for the first few days. <br /> Each body is unique and healing times vary considerably. If you have any questions,please contact your piercer. <br /> Symptoms of a skin infection may be present if any of the following symptoms are present after having a <br /> tattoo or body piercing: <br /> • Increased pain, swelling, redness, heat, or tenderness around the tattoo or piercing site <br /> • Red streaks extending from the area <br /> • Pus coming from the wound <br /> • Swollen or tender lymph nodes <br /> • Fever <br /> s <br /> Infection may start at the tattoo or piercing site on the surface of the skin.The normal clear or clear-yellow fluid that <br /> drains from a body piercing site may change to creamy yellow,brown,or red or look or smell like pus. <br /> DISCLAIMER: <br /> These guidelines are based on a combination of vast professional experience, common sense, research, <br /> and extensive clinical practice.This is not be considered a substitute for medical advice from a doctor. If <br /> you suspect an infection,seek medical attention. Keep in mind that the removal of jewelry can lead to <br /> further complications. Be aware that many doctors have not received specific training regarding piercing. <br /> Your local piercer may be able to refer you to a piercing-friendly medical professional. <br /> Infection may start at the tattoo or piercing site on the surface of the skin.The normal clear or clear-yellow <br /> fluid that drains from a body piercing site may change to creamy yellow, brown, or red or look or smell like <br /> pus. <br /> Your piercing is expected to take or longer <br /> to heal. <br /> Piercer: Jewelry: <br />