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The Facts about Female Breast Piercing
If you are reading this article, chances
are you or someone you know is contemplating nipple piercing.
One of the most common reasons for female breast piercing is based
on the belief that it increases sexual sensations. Some women
have reported heightened pleasure during sexual activity, while
others feel no change at all. And there have also been reports
of a decrease in sexual stimulation. One fact that women agree
on is that the procedure is a painful one.
The
history of female breast piercing
The practice of nipple piercing is attributed to Queen Isabella
of Bavaria (circa 1385 to 1417). During her reign, she introduced
a fashion trend that boasted ‘garments of the grand neckline’.
It meant that ladies in her Court should wear dresses open to
the navel. Initially, the nipples were painted with rouge, which
evolved to covering them with caps, and eventually having them
pierced so that rings, chains, and diamonds or precious gems could
adorn the breasts.
Fashion in the late 1800’s saw
the bosom ring displayed in French jewelry stores. Women placed
rings in both nipples in order to attach a delicate chain that
hung across the chest. At the same time, a similar craze began
in London, England, when a fashion magazine of the day reported
that females who had undergone breast piercing were not uncomfortable
in the least, and that, in fact, the rubbing and sliding of the
rings caused a feeling of titillation.
After female breast piercing reached
its popularity in the early twentieth century, it just as quickly
disappeared. During this time, women with piercings and tattoos
were associated with entertainment and considered oddities. In
the United States, they were often seen in circuses and traveling
sideshows.
The procedure for female breast
piercing
Nipple piercing is like any other body piercing. The hole is made
by a needle or can be clamped with an instrument just below the
erect part of the nipple, but not into the areola which is the
colored area around the nipple. Note that placing a hole through
the areola can sometimes interfere with breast feeding. Here are
some important facts concerning the procedure:
- The piercing instrument must be
sterile and free of any organisms.
- The area where the needle is inserted
must be well-cleansed with an antibacterial solution.
- The person performing the procedure
must wear medical gloves.
- The nipple rings must be wiped with
antiseptic solution and inserted immediately.
- Nipple jewelry should be made of
high quality surgical stainless steel, solid gold or titanium.
Care of pierced nipples
Remember that any time a foreign object breaks the skin, there
is opportunity for infection; therefore, meticulous cleanliness
of piercings must be maintained. Below are some recommendations:
- Wash the area and nipple jewelry
daily with an antiseptic solution.
- Never touch the area unless your
hands have been washed with antibacterial soap.
- Do not allow saliva, or any other
body fluid, come in contact with the area.
- Do not apply cream or ointment on
the area unless it is recommended by a medical professional.
- Report any unusual swelling, pain,
leakage, or excessive bleeding to a healthcare professional.
Female breast piercing is an invasive
body procedure that entails potential health risks. In certain
cases, it has caused disfigurement, and in some rare instances
even death. Thoroughly research the topic of piercing, and be
well-informed prior to making your decision.
Potential Complications
- Infection- Body
piercing should be viewed as any other surgical procedure. Infection
is one of the more common complications and should be treated
by a doctor. Oral or intravenous antibiotics may be prescribed.
In extreme cases, incision and drainage may be necessary. Swelling,
redness, heat and severe pain are some of the characteristics
of infection.
- Hypertropic scarring-
A scar that becomes very thick and unsightly can form at the
site of the piercing. Even though it may be difficult to see
the spot where the needle entered the skin, some people develop
this abnormal skin growth. If you know that you are prone to
this scarring condition, piercing is not recommended. These
scars can be surgically removed but have a propensity to reoccur.
- Sepsis- This term
is used when the breast infection involves the whole body. It
is a serious condition that requires hospitalization and treatment,
usually intravenously. Whole systems of the body, such as kidney
function may shut down, causing coma and sometimes death.
- HIV- If a contaminated
needle is inserted in your body, you run the risk of contracting
AIDS.
