Do I remove dermal piercing before surgery ?

February 17, 2015
Asked By:Fitgirltx

it has to be surgically removed so I had just left it that way ..I was told to remove all piercings before my surgery which is in 3 days!!! I totally forgot untilnow...is it ok to leave it or should I try getting someone at a shop to remove before surgery ??

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February 18, 2015

Answer: Dermals

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February 18, 2015

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February 18, 2015

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