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Cartilage Ear Piercings Carry Nearly Double the Complication Risk of Lobule Piercings in a Large Adult Survey
By MedXY|Apr 20, 2026
In a large survey of adult ear piercings, auricular cartilage piercings had higher complication and removal rates than lobule piercings, reinforcing the need for careful counseling and informed consent.