MALE
GENITAL PIERCING
TYPES
OF PIERCING:
Glans Penis Piercings
1. Ampallang (palang)
This piercing passes horizontally through the glans (head) of
the penis. It may or may not traverse the urethra. There is
some debate among piercers regarding the placement of the
Ampallang; whether it should be above or through the urethra.
A piercing intersecting the urethra is in effect two piercings.
Piercers who prefer the transurethral piercing contend that a
transurethral piercing tends to heal faster and be stronger
than a piercing made above the urethra. It is possible to have
more than one ampallang piercing simultaneously. Healing takes
four to six months. Starting jewellery: Straight barbells in
12 to 14 gauge*. Barbell length is determined by measuring the
penis while erect.
2. Apradavya
The Apadravya is made vertically through the glans (head) in
front of the corona (ridge of the glans), usually in the
midline traversing the urethra, and is often a continuation of
the Prince Albert. Healing time can be less if the piercing is
a continuation of the Prince Albert. Takes four to twelve
months to completely heal. Starting jewellery: Straight
barbells in 12 to 14 gauge. Barbell length is determined by
measuring the penis while erect.
3. Dydoe
This piercing is often done in sets or pairs, at the 10 and 2
o'clock positions. Passes through the coronal ridge of the
glans penis and along the long axis of the penis. Dydoe
piercings are prone to migration (they move) and eventual loss
of the piercing. Dydoe piercings are less likely to migrate or
reject if the corona is very pronounced. This appears to be a
desirable first piercing for many men. Healing takes two to
four months. Starting jewellery: 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.
4. Dolphin
This piercing is essentially two Prince Albert piercings 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.
5. Foreskin
This piercing can be very stimulating as the jewellery rubs
against the glans. Healing takes two to four months. Starting
jewellery: 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.
6. Frenum
This piercing is made through the loose skin along the
underside of the shaft. Healing takes two to four months.
Piercing depth is dependent on how much tissue is available to
support the jewellery. Piercing width is usually between 3/8"
and 1/2" wide. It is unnecessary for the penis to be erect
during placement, however, the placement may change when the
penis is erect. A series of frenum piercings is called a
Frenum Ladder. A frenum piercing made at the base of the penis
has acquired the name Lorum (lower frenum) If the wearer is
uncircumcised the piercing is placed inside the foreskin.
Starting jewellery: 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 are worn if enough loose tissue
is available. Ring diameter should be at least 1/4" or 6.5mm
wider than the width of the piercing. No more than a quarter
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. After the piercing is
healed, a large diameter ring which snugly encircles the penis
behind the corona (ridge of the glans) can be worn if the
placement of the piercing allows. A frenum loop is a
horse-shoe shaped loop of wide flat or round wire which can be
attached to the barbell. Some designs have balls soldered onto
the outside of the loop to stimulate the wearer's partner.
7. Guiche
The guiche piercing is made horizontally at the base of the
scrotum, through the perineum. Healing takes four to six
months. Attaching weights to this piercing is said to be
extremely stimulating. An outward facing fold of loose skin is
optimum for this piercing. This area is flat on most men,
which increases the risk of migration or rejection. Guiche
piercings can be difficult to heal because of friction and
pressure against the wearer's thighs and pants, and are also
easily irritated by perspiration and poor air circulation.
Occasionally a circle or protrusion of soft, inflamed tissue
will form around the entrances of the piercing. Keep the
piercing dry and wear non-restrictive clothing that allows
good air circulation, such as boxer shorts. Usually the
inflamed tissue recedes as the piercing heals. Starting
jewellery: Captive bead rings in 12 to 10 gauge and 9/16" to
5/8" in diameter. Ring diameter should be at least 1/4" or
6.5mm wider than the width of the piercing. No more than a
quarter of the ring should be through the piercing. Guiche
piercings can swell considerably during the first 4 to 6
weeks, so the ring must be wide enough to accommodate the
anticipated swelling. Circular barbells may have a tendency to
unscrew with friction from walking.
8. Prince Albert
Said to be named after Prince Albert, husband of Queen
Victoria. This piercing is placed on the underside of the
penis behind the glans in the centre of the triangle,
visualized as the V of the glans. If a frenum 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 lays in pants) to reduce
friction. This piercing is usually performed with the aid of a
cannula (a needle receiving tube) inserted into the urethra.
The piercing is made from the outside and pushed into the
cannula far enough so the tip of the needle is outside of the
urethra when the cannula 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 uncircumcised. 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 only performed by a doctor.
Starting jewellery: Captive bead rings in 10 gauge and 5/8" to
3/4" in diameter. Ring diameter 1/8" wider than the distance
between the piercing and the urethral opening. A ring too
small 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. Barbell 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 directly into the urethra. 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 normally associated with the PA is a result of the
urine dripping from the jewelry. Turning the penis 90 to 180
degrees while holding the ring to the side can 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. Also wearing jewellery
that is too thin or too heavy can cause the urethral lining to
deteriorate.
9. Reverse Prince Albert
This piercing passes through the eye of the penis, enters the
wall of the urethra, passes upward through the head of the
penis and leaves just behind the head on the upper surface.
Healing takes two to four months. Jewellery is similar to that
used for the PA.
Scrotum / Hafada Piercings
While piercings can be made anywhere on the scrotum, piercings
made through an outward facing fold of loose skin on the
scrotum (but not through the testicular sac) are more
successful. Scrotum piercings can be difficult to heal,
because of contraction and expansion of the scrotum, exerting
stress on the entrances of the piercing. Piercings are easily
irritated by perspiration, lack of air circulation, and
friction against the wearer's clothing, thighs and penis.
Healing takes four to six months. Starting jewellery: Captive
bead rings in 14-10 gauge and 9-11/16" in diameter. Ring
diameter should be at least 1/4" or 6.5mm wider than the width
of the piercing. No more than a quarter of the ring should be
through the piercing. A too small ring will constrict and
cause the piercing to migrate and scar. Scrotal piercings
swell considerably in the first six weeks, so the ring must be
wide enough to accommodate swelling.
Next issue, more technical talk on genital piercings for men. Keep
reading!
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