Is nipple piercing considered a medical procedure?

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Is nipple piercing considered a medical procedure?

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Nipple piercing is another elective procedure that is non-medical. Nipple piercing is done by injecting a piercing stud lengthwise through the nipple and exiting on the opposite side. As with all invasive procedures, nipple piercing has risks related to infection. In addition, Dr. Brandt says, "Any penetrating trauma to the nipple will cause a normal healing response of scarring. It is unlikely, but it could be enough to occlude enough of the milk ducts in the nipple to interfere with breastfeeding." As with tattoos, it is recommended that woman refrain from having a nipple piercing procedure while breastfeeding.