World Blood Donor Day 2024: Nowadays, there is a huge craze among youngsters to get tattoos. People get tattoos on their hands, legs, back, neck and even on different parts of the body, but blood related problems can arise after getting a tattoo. In such a situation, doctors advise that one should avoid donating blood after getting a tattoo. If you have got a tattoo on your body, then you cannot donate blood for a certain time limit. Doing this can increase the risk of many serious diseases. If you also want to donate blood, then let us tell you how you can donate blood.
Can’t I donate blood after getting a tattoo?
Many people have a doubt whether blood cannot be donated after getting a tattoo? But experts believe that blood should not be donated immediately after getting a tattoo. However, you can donate blood after some time, but for that you need to follow some things.
Do not donate blood for this time after getting a tattoo
Experts say that one should not donate blood immediately after getting a tattoo, because the tattoo needle and ink increase the chances of getting many diseases like hepatitis B, hepatitis C and HIV. In such a situation, the World Health Organization has clearly said that one should not donate blood for 6 months after getting a tattoo, after this, it is right to donate blood only when the reports come normal after getting a blood test done.
Keep these things in mind while getting a tattoo
If you are getting a tattoo on your body, then make sure that a new needle is used and that very old ink is not used. After getting a tattoo, take special care of your wound until it heals completely. During this time, do not swim and do not sweat too much. After getting a tattoo, you must get your blood tested and do not give your blood to anyone for 6 months.
Putting ink, metal or any other foreign material on your body affects your immune system and can expose you to dangerous viruses, especially if you get your tattoo done in a place that is not regulated or does not follow safety protocols. Using an unhygienic and unclean needle while getting a tattoo can lead to many blood-borne viruses.
Disclaimer: Some of the information given in the news is based on media reports. Before implementing any suggestion, please consult the concerned expert.
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