Nowadays, tattoo painting has become a trend. To look cool and stylish, youngsters get tattoos done on their bodies. But have you ever thought that tattoos can cause many serious health problems. It can cause skin infection and allergic reactions.
A few months ago, 40 people in 10 districts of Purvanchal of Uttar Pradesh got infected with HIV after getting tattoos.
Not only this, tattoos can also cause blood cancer. Recently a study was conducted to understand the connection between tattoos and cancer. In this study from Lund University in Sweden, researchers have found that tattooing increases the risk of lymphoma, i.e. blood cancer, by 21%.
In the study, data was taken from some people aged 20 to 60 suffering from lymphoma between 2007 and 2017. The study found that 21% of people suffering from lymphoma had tattoos on their bodies. This study has been published in the Journal of Clinical Medicine.
Another study was conducted in July this year. In this study, 75 samples of tattoo and permanent makeup ink used in America were examined. During investigation, researchers found that 26 out of 75 samples contained infection-causing bacteria. This study has been published in Applied and Environmental Microbiology Magazine.
so today in health We will talk about the dangers of tattoos. You will also learn that-
Tattooine royal may contain dangerous chemicals The ink used in tattoos may contain many chemicals which are carcinogenic. Carcinogenic means substances that can cause cancer.
Some tattoo inks may contain a chemical called azo. This is the chemical that is used in car paint.
A few years ago, in a study conducted on rats, scientists discovered that rats exposed to red ink developed liver cancer. This makes it clear that it is very dangerous for humans also.
An Australian government report in 2016 found that black tattoo ink contained 83% polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), which are carcinogenic. What other dangerous chemicals can be present in tattoo ink, understand from the following graphic-
tattooing is dangerous for health Tattoo is not beneficial for our health in any way. But people make it as a hobby. Many times tattoo artists use old ink, which may contain bacteria, which can cause infection.
Nonprofessional tattoo artists are at higher risk of infection because they sometimes use old needles to save money. In the month of May this year, 40 people from Purvanchal got AIDS after getting tattooed because the tattoo artist used old infected needle. From the graphic given below, understand how dangerous tattooing is for our health.
Symptoms of tattoo infection Skin infection and allergic reaction are possible due to tattoo. If the skin is sensitive then the risk of allergy increases. Some symptoms may appear around the part of the body where the tattoo has been done. This includes itching or swelling. Apart from these, what other symptoms can there be, understand it from the following graphic-
There is no direct link between tattoos and skin cancer Dr. Sushant Mittal, Director of Medical Oncology, Action Cancer Hospital, Delhi, says, 'Tattoos do not cause skin cancer. However, not being careful while getting a tattoo can be dangerous. Avoid getting tattoo on those parts of the skin where there are many moles or warts. Always get your tattoo done by an artist who takes care of hygiene.
Tattooine ink is also harmful for kidney and liver. Tatooine Shahi is also dangerous for kidneys and liver. According to a study published in the science journal 'Journal of Analytical Chemistry', dangerous chemicals present in Tatooine Royal can cause irritation in the skin, lungs and liver. Apart from this, they can also harm the nervous system.
What kind of allergies do tattoos cause? There is a possibility of allergy due to the color and some other chemicals found in tattoo ink. Some people may develop allergies when exposed to sunlight after getting a tattoo. Sometimes this allergy can occur even after years. Symptoms of tattoo allergy include itching, redness, swelling and oozing.
What to do if you get infection after getting tattooed? If infection or allergic reaction occurs after getting tattooed, do not ignore it. To stop the infection from progressing, contact a doctor immediately and seek treatment. The doctor may advise taking antibiotics to prevent the infection from progressing. Always keep in mind that in case of infection or allergic reaction, do not try any home remedy on your own. Doing this can make the situation worse.
Who is more dangerous to get a tattoo? Dr. Sushant Mittal says that people who have sensitive skin should not get tattooed. Apart from this, children and pregnant women should also avoid it. These people are more at risk in getting tattooed.
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