Apadravya Piercing FAQ

An Apadravya piercing is a vertical piercing through the glans of the penis, passing through the urethra in most cases. It is often considered an extension or continuation of the Prince Albert piercing but exits through the top of the glans as well as the underside of the glans.

People choose this piercing for:

• Super Cool Aesthetic Reasons
• Increased stimulation for both the wearer and their partner
• Cultural significance


• Reasons personal to the wearer.

It runs vertically through the glans, entering from the underside and exiting through the top of the glans.

1. The area is prepped thoroughly via rubbing alcohol or povidone iodine.
2. A professional piercer marks the appropriate entry and exit points with a single-use sterile surgical marker.
3. The area is pierced passing through the urethra, using a sterile, single-use, disposable needle, sometimes braced by a NRT or other various instruments,
4. 

5. Some techniques the piercer may chose to stretch one size to help mitigate bleeding.


6. The piercer will then install sterile, implant-certified barbell through the newly created piercing channel and threads on the bead.
7. Extreme precision is required.

No, the piercing must be done while the penis is flaccid to ensure minimal tissue distortion for alignment and healing.

Yes, the Apadravya piercing is considered one of the most painful genital piercings due to the depth of tissue pierced. However, the pain is brief, followed by soreness during healing.

Healing typically takes 4 to 9+ months, depending on aftercare, anatomy, and jewelry choice.

• Swelling and discomfort (especially in the first few weeks).
• Migration or rejection if improperly placed or incorrect jewelry is used.
• Infection if aftercare is not followed properly.
• Potential UTI’s.


• Granulated Tissue from reoccurring trauma and ill-fitting jewelry. (Always be sure to have a check-up appointment get your initial piercing length downsized after a month or two.)

• Take anti-inflammatory medication if needed (as advised by a professional) - Always follow the instructions on the medication label, do not take medications you are allergic to).
• Avoid tight clothing and pressure on the area.
• Follow a strict hygiene and aftercare routine.

A straight barbell of implant-certified titanium, niobium or solid gold is recommended.

• Initial jewelry: 8g, at various lengths, with the initial jewelry slightly longer to allow for swelling.
• Healed jewelry: Some may size up to 6g, 4g, or 2g for comfort.

Yes, but stretching should only be done after completely healing and always in gradual increments.



• Drink plenty of water throughout the day and urinate frequently.
• Gently rinse with water while you shower. Use sterile saline solution/wound wash spray as needed.
• Avoid harsh soaps, alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, or antiseptics.

• Abstain from sexual activity surrounding the piercing site for at least 12+ weeks to prevent irritation or infection.
• Use barrier protection to reduce infection risk.

• Since the piercing passes through the urethra, some individuals experience splitting or slight spraying of urine.
• This effect lessens over time as the body adjusts.
• Some people chose to sit until they learn ways to more effectively control their urine stream.

No, implant-certified titanium jewelry does not trigger traditional metal detectors.

Reputable piercing studios and professional portfolios often showcase healed Apadravya piercings. You can always utilize the powers of the internet to find some reference images.

• Apadravya = Vertical piercing through the glans, passing through the urethra.
• Ampallang = Horizontal piercing through the glans, sometimes passing through the urethra.
• Magic Cross = Both piercings combined, forming a “magic-cross piercing.”

Under some circumstances, Yes - this is called a Magic Cross Piercing, but it requires appropriate anatomy, expert placement and extended healing time.