Here is an example of why you should not pierce yourself, or a friend.
Without proper sterilization, Zeke Wheeler developed a staff infection which sent in to the hospital and he was near death.
It is not worth trying to save $45 to risk your life and to likely pay much more in medical bills trying to save your life from serious infections running through your blood stream.
Anyone thinking of piercing yourself, please click the above title and read the entire article about Zeke Wheeler which was published by kctv5.com