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Male piercing is less anatomy dependent than female ones but still requires an experienced piercer to ascertain whether a piercing will be appropriate.

There is some debate among piercers regarding the placement of the ampallang. This piercing is placed horizontally through the head of the penis (glans) and may or may not intercept the urethra, depending on the positioning chosen. The piercing is said to greatly enhance sex for both partners. As it is a long piercing, it can take six months or more to fully heal, although ampallangs placed through the urethra tend to heal more rapidly.

This is a vertical piercing through the penis head, often placed so that the underside emerges from the same hole in a Prince Albert piercing. The piercing is discussed in the Kama Sutra, the ancient Hindu writings on love, as a source of supreme pleasure to the male and his partner. It is a major piercing and will take several months to heal.

Dydoes, usually worn in pairs, is piercing around the coronal edge of the penis head. Barbell studs are worn in the piercing, and should have small heads as the pressure from standard large head barbells could pull the piercing to the surface. This piercing is only appropriate for a man who has been circumcised, and is said to return some of the sensation lost with the removal of the foreskin. Dydoe piercing is less likely to migrate or reject if the corona is very pronounced.

Foreskins can take single or multiple piercing. Because the tissue is so thin, healing is rapid. The foreskin piercing can be used both to increase sensation or to ensure chastity. This piercing can be very stimulating as the jewellery rubs against the glans.

Frenum piercing is made through the loose web of skin between the foreskin and the head of the penis. Sizing and placement is extremely important, and the procedure and healing are rapid. The depth of the piercing should be made with regards to how much tissue is available to support the jewellery. The frenulum itself, which is sometimes left intact after circumcision, is too thin to support jewellery. The width of the piercing is usually between 3/8" and 1/2" wide. It is not necessary for the penis to be erect during placement; however, the placement may change when the penis is erect. A series of frenum piercing is called a frenum ladder. The skin of the lower half of the penis tends to be thinner and tighter, increasing the chance of migration or rejection. Tension is increased if the barbell balls exert pressure against the skin behind them. A frenum piercing made at the base of the penis has acquired the name lorum, short for ?lower frenum.? If the wearer is uncircumcised the piercing is placed inside the foreskin. A ring is usually chosen to be more comfortable than a barbell. The piercing should not be made through only the frenulum which is too thin to support jewellery. Some uncircumcised men have naturally occurring holes through the frenulum.

The guiche piercing is made horizontally at the base of the scrotum, through the perineum, just in front of the position of the inseam of a pair of pants. Attaching weights to this piercing is said to be extremely stimulating. An outward facing fold of loose skin is optimum for this piercing. For most men the area is flat which increases the risk of migration or rejection. Guiche piercing can be difficult to heal because of friction and pressure against the wearer?s thighs and pants. Guiche piercing is also easily irritated by perspiration and lack of air circulation. Occasionally a ring or protrusion of soft, inflamed tissue will form around the entrances of the piercing. Keep the piercing as dry as possible and wear non-restrictive clothing that allows air circulation. Usually the inflamed tissue recedes as the piercing heals.

The Prince Albert piercing placed on the underside of the penis behind the glans in the centre of the triangle which can be visualized in the V of the glans. If a frenulum is present, the piercing should be made slightly to one side; the piercing is usually made on the opposite side of the direction the wearer dresses (the direction the penis leans in pants) to reduce friction.

This piercing is usually performed with the aid of a needle receiving tube inserted into the urethra; the piercing is made from the outside and pushed into the tube far enough that the tip of the needle is outside of the urethra when the tube is removed. Some piercers have devised alternate methods of piercing from the inside out. It is possible to have a successful P.A. piercing if the wearer is not circumcised. A curved barbell is suggested if the foreskin is not loose enough to accommodate a ring. Pressure exerted by the foreskin on a ring often causes the piercing to migrate or reject. If the foreskin is too tight to be completely retracted, the bottom edge of the foreskin can be cut or removed. This procedure can, in some cases, be considered medically necessary if the foreskin is so restrictive that it is painful during erection or sexual activity. This procedure should be performed by a physician.

The piercing itself will not leak when the wearer urinates unless the piercing has been stretched beyond the thickness of the ring. The urine drip that is associated with the PA is a result of the urine dripping from the jewellery. Turning the penis 90 to 180 degrees while holding the ring to the side often prevents dripping. It is not uncommon for a Prince Albert piercing to stretch two or more gauges within the first year with frequent sexual activity or heavy jewellery. Wearing jewellery that is too thin or too heavy can cause the urethral lining to deteriorate

The reverse Prince Albert piercing is made through the top of the glans, usually about 3/8" to 1/2? from the top edge of the urethral opening. The dolphin is essentially two Prince Albert piercing with a single piece of jewellery, usually a curved or U-shaped barbell. Because the second piercing may be fairly deep into the shaft, it may take longer to heal than a standard Prince Albert piercing and may cause urethral irritation and swelling.

While piercing can be made anywhere on the scrotum, piercing made through an outward facing fold of loose skin is more successful. The piercing must not puncture the testicle sac itself which can lead to very serious infection. Scrotum piercing can be difficult to heal. The scrotum expands and contracts which exerts stress on the entrances of the piercing. Scrotum piercings are easily irritated by perspiration, lack of air circulation, and friction against the wearer?s clothing, thighs and penis. Occasionally a ring or protrusion of soft, inflamed tissue will form around the entrances of the piercing. Keep the piercing as dry as possible and wear non-restrictive clothing that allows air circulation. Usually the inflamed tissue recedes as the piercing heals.

All jewellery for the genital region should receive an OK from your piercer. He will be able to best ascertain if a certain type or style of jewellery will be effective for the piercing you want.

The specific initial jewellery for male genital piercing is:

Ampallang - Barbells in 12 to 10 gauge. The length of the barbell must be determined by measuring the penis while it is erect.

Apradravya - Barbells in 12 to 10 gauge. The length of the barbell must be determined by measuring the penis while it is erect.

Dydoe - Barbells in 14 gauge and 3/8" to 7/16" in length; the barbell should be 1/16" longer than the width of the piercing. Curved barbells are more appropriate if the corona is not very pronounced. Many dydoe wearers find rings very uncomfortable.

Foreskin - Captive bead rings in 12 to 10 gauge and 1/2" to 5/8" in diameter; the diameter of the ring should be at least 1/8" wider than the width of the piercing when the foreskin is retracted. A ring which is too small in diameter will constrict the piercing and cause the piercing to migrate and scar.

Frenum - Barbells in 12 to 10 gauge and 1/2" to 5/8" in length; the barbell should be 1/8" longer than the width of the piercing. Rings can be worn only if enough loose tissue is available. The diameter of the ring should be at least 1/4" wider than the width of the piercing. No more than 1/4 of the ring should be through the piercing. A ring which is too small in diameter will constrict the piercing and cause the piercing to migrate and scar.

Guiche - Captive bead rings in 12 to 10 gauge and 9/16" to 5/8" in diameter; the diameter of the ring should be at least 1/4" wider than the width of the piercing. No more than 1/4 of the ring should be through the piercing. A ring which is too small in diameter will constrict the piercing and cause the piercing to migrate and scar. Guiche piercing can swell considerably during the first 4 to 6 weeks, and the ring must be wide enough to accommodate swelling. Circular may have a tendency to unscrew with friction from walking.

Prince Albert - Captive bead rings in 10 gauge and 5/8" to 3/4" in diameter; the diameter of the ring should be 1/8" wider than the distance between the piercing and the urethral opening. A ring which is too small in diameter will constrict the piercing and possibly tear the urethra when the penis is erect. Curved barbells in 10 gauge and 1/2" to 3/4" in length; the length should be approximately equal to or 1/16" longer than the distance between the piercing and the urethral opening. The ball at the urethral end should be large enough to prevent it from slipping into the urethra.

Scrotum/Hafada - Captive bead rings in 14 to 10 gauge and 9/16" to 11/16" in diameter; the diameter of the ring should be at least 1/4" wider than the width of the piercing. No more than 1/4 of the ring should be through the piercing. A ring which is too small in diameter will constrict the piercing and cause the piercing to migrate and scar. Scrotum piercing can swell considerably during the first 4 to 6 weeks, and the ring must be wide enough to accommodate swelling.

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The estimated healing times for nose, septum and bridge piercing is:

• Foreskin: 2 - 4 months
• Frenum: 2 - 4 months
• Bridge: 2 - 4 months
• Dydoe: 2 - 4 months
• Prince Albert: 2 - 4 months
• Guiche: 4 - 6 months
• Scrotum/Hafada: 4 - 6 months
• Ampallang: 6 - 10 months; may require a year or more to completely heal
• Apradravya: 6 - 10 months; may require a year or more to completely heal

Many men considering getting genital piercing are put off by the idea that it must be painful. However the pain is minimal with most of these piercings. The piece of skin where the piercing is done is very thin and the pain that results in piercing is just a very short sharp pain which lasts a second or two.

The Prince Albert piercing is a very easy piercing to heal, because every time you urinate you clean and disinfect the wound. Urine is sterile when it leaves the body because it has been purified by the kidneys, and it contains a large amount of ammonia which is a strong antiseptic. The more water you drink the quicker the piercing will heal. Try to drink at least 8 glasses a day. The Prince Albert, Ampallang and Apadravya piercing usually bleed and occasionally bruise during the first 3 to 5 days.

Frenum piercing heals very quickly (usually take 8 - 10 weeks) with minimal trouble, although if the frenum is very small, the piercing can migrate or grow out of the skin. Foreskin piercing usually takes longer to heal (10 - 12 weeks). This is because of the constant movement of the foreskin. More care must be taken with foreskin piercing, because the wound stays moist inside the foreskin and this delays the healing process.

Guiche and Hafada piercing are notoriously hard to heal, since the groin is very moist and prone to bacterial and fungal infections even without the addition of piercing. Another reason for the poor healing is the constant movement to which the piercing is subjected. It must be remembered that both piercing originate in areas where men wear very loose clothes and the weather is warm all year round.

Ampallang and apradravya piercing also take a long time to heal because they go through a lot of tissue, and because they become aggravated by movement during sex. The healing time is extended greatly if you are uncircumcised because the piercing can?t breath if it?s inside the foreskin and the movement of the foreskin aggravates the wound.

You should always check with your piercer if you have any questions or problems with your piercing. He will be best able to help you and give you additional information or instructions not included in this document.