Side effects of tattooing : The craze for tattoos is increasing rapidly all over the world. Most of the youngsters are getting tattoos to look cool and stylish. As the trend of tattoos is increasing, its side effects are also increasing. Many reports claim that the ink used in tattoos poses a risk of infection, allergy and even cancer. It can also be fatal. National Tattoo Day is celebrated every year on 17th July. In such a situation, know how dangerous it is to get a tattoo…
Tattooing poses a threat to the skin, lungs, liver and kidneys.
According to a study published in the journal Analytical Chemistry, tattoo ink contains many dangerous chemicals, which can cause irritation to the skin, lungs, and liver. Not only that, but it can even harm the kidneys and nervous system.
AIDS Risk from Tattooing
According to experts, sometimes because the needle used for tattooing is not correct, there is a risk of spreading many dangerous diseases through blood. This can lead to very serious diseases like hepatitis C, HIV or AIDS, methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus.
Cancer risk from tattoos
According to Medical News Today, researchers at Lind University in Sweden have discovered a cancer risk linked to tattoos. A 10-year analysis of the Swedish National Cancer Registry, from 2007 to 2017, which included people aged 20 to 60, found that those with tattoos had a 21% higher risk of lymphoma than those without.
The risk of lymphoma among those who got a tattoo in the last 2 years was 81%. The researchers said that the chemical used in tattoo ink can increase or decrease the risk of lymphoma or it can be negligible. However, so far this connection is just a claim, so when getting a tattoo, definitely check the good quality of ink and needle.
Disclaimer: Some information given in the news is based on media reports. Before implementing any suggestion, you must consult the concerned expert.
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