Side Effects of Tattoo : If you are getting a tattoo to look stylish and cool, then be careful, because it can make you seriously ill. Doctors say that the ink and needle used to get a tattoo can cause not only hepatitis B and C but also HIV, liver and blood cancer. In such a situation, if you too have a passion and hobby of getting a tattoo, then be alert immediately. Know here what are the dangers from this…
Why is tattooing dangerous?
According to experts, tattooing is more dangerous when it is not done by an expert. Due to lack of knowledge, infected needles are used. Due to which the risk of infections like hepatitis B, C or HIV increases. A research related to this was done at Lunds University in Sweden. In which 11,905 participants have been included. In this research, the risk of lymphoma i.e. a type of blood cancer was found to be higher in people who got tattoos. The risk of this was highest in those who got the first tattoo in two years.
Why is tattoo ink harmful?
According to health experts, tattoo ink may contain polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH), which are carcinogens. When injected into the skin, a large portion of the ink travels away from the skin to the lymph nodes, where it accumulates.
In a test sample, dangerous metals like mercury, barium, copper and amine were found in this ink. This dangerous chemical can cause fatal diseases like skin cancer. This ink can enter the lymphatic system of the body through the skin, which can increase the risk of other cancers like liver, urinary bladder and blood cancers like lymphoma, leukemia.
is tattoo ink harmful
Dangerous chemicals are found in tattoo ink, which can increase the risk of many serious diseases. According to experts, therefore, one should not get a tattoo just for style or a cool look. It should be avoided.
Disclaimer: Some of the information given in the news is based on media reports. Before implementing any suggestion, please consult the concerned expert.
Caution should be taken at this time, so that health can be saved from any harm.
Check out below Health Tools-
Calculate Your Body Mass Index (BMI)