9 White Lies Doctors Hear That Put A Patient's Health In Danger

Piercings

Some patients feel embarrassed about disclosing all of their piercings and tell nurses that only their ears are pierced. It is important for doctors to know about all of the piercings a patient has because the process used to control bleeding during surgery involves passing a current through a metal wire to generate heat. This can affect metal piercings and fry the surrounding skin. Disclosing information about piercings may also help doctors pinpoint the source of a persistent infection.