August 25, 2010 | Sex Life

Pierced cock? Probably straight

We were surprised to learn that most men sporting a Prince Albert were less likely to be gay, or goth, or bikers, than your straight, white, partnered neighbor. But a recent study through Texas Tech University discovered that most of the men who completed a survey about having genital piercings were middle-aged, middle class, and married.

This is one of the first surveys of its kind, and was conducted online through various piercing websites. Sociologist Alden Roberts and urologist colleagues designed the survey and reported the findings in the 'British Journal of Medical Practitioners.'

445 men from 42 states and 26 countries completed the questionnaire. The average respondent: 31-years-old, white, heterosexual, college educated and earning upwards of $36,000 per year.

Other findings:

-- 89% identified themselves as Caucasians;

-- 41% were married and another 20% lived with a significant other;

-- 56% reported a salary of more than $45,000 per year;

-- 28% said they had a strong religious faith;

-- 82% said they were heterosexual;

-- 87% said they didn't use drugs;

-- 74% said they had at least some college, and 20% had a graduate or doctoral degree.

The information may prove useful for doctors for understanding who they might find in their waiting rooms with piercing related issues, from infections and bleeding, priapism (sustained erections), and losing jewelry inside their partner.

Seems like a lot of discomfort for a little cock bling.