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What is the benefit baby ear piercing ?
We want to know the medical benefit of baby ear piercing. we are planning to do for our 12 month old baby.. can anyone guide?
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Hi. There are no known medical benefits of ear piercing. It is most often done only as a cultural practice. I would recommend that the ear piercing be done by a doctor with all aseptic precautions. Warm regards, Dr Aanchal, Therapeia centre, Bangalore
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