For the uninitiated a meatotomy is a split of the underside of the head of the penis. Unintentional meatotmy is a potential risk of a Prince Albert piercing, but not a likely or common one. We’re talking like shark attack or lightning strike low chance here, don’t worry about it. 

It would take either a severely shallow piercing, or a very serious tearing accident. It’s not something that would happen to the average PA. 

Ryan Ouellette, APP outreach

Have you noticed any color difference in the plugs at all? Many of the “turquoise” plugs sold by cheaper manufacturers are actually dyed Howlite stone. Howlite has a very similar veining and can hold a surface dye, so it is commonly colored blue and sold as an artificial turquoise to lower costs. 

If this is the case with your jewelry you may be having a mild allergic reaction to either the Howlite material, or the dye used to make it blue. If the jewelry is from a reputable manufacturer it could be other issues like surface polish, it’s hard to say without knowing where it came from though. 

For the short term I would simply change back to a pair of plugs you know to be compatible and comfortable in your ears. In the future there is nothing wrong with asking about where your jewelry comes from before purchasing it. Any reputable piercer or jeweler would be happy to discuss where your piece comes from and how it was made. I love jewelry and I’m always happy to talk about it with an interested client. 

Ryan Ouellette, APP outreach