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    Posted on: 01/19/2006

    Question

    How can you pierce your navel by yourself?

    Answer

    Really not a good idea! There is a risk of infection or scarring, leading to problems down the road. Better to have this done by a "professional."


    Answered By:
    Renata Mullen , M.D.


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