I had the same question when I was still taking my prednisone. My neuro said to wait until I was atleast on lower dosages. When I got down to 30mg I received my nape peircing. I never got an infection but my body just rejected it. From what I have been told is normal. Lame. Also around that time I started my Foo dog tattoo. covers one side of my rib cage. pretty much from arm pit to hip bone. I did sessions but i never had an issue. Just keep the area clean.