CAN YOU GET A TATTOO WHILE YOU’RE PREGNANT?
Thanks to developing technologies, tattooing is getting more and more reliable and healthy standards. However, more is needed to eliminate the risks. In this regard, the tattoo artists and the person who has the tattoo are equally responsible.
Long story short, a tattoo in a safe environment and suitable conditions has no known effects on the expectant mother.
"Although you can get a tattoo safely while pregnant, there is the potential to contract an infection if the tattoo is not done under sterile or clean conditions. The ink from a tattoo cannot reach the fetus, so it's not directly dangerous. But a secondary issue, such as infection or allergy, can complicate the pregnancy unnecessarily." Rachel Nazarian, MD, Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology.
The main concern with getting a tattoo during pregnancy is the risk of contracting an infection, such as Hepatitis B and HIV. Although the risk is small and can easily be avoided, the healing process still involves risks. The problems caused by a tattoo not well taken care of can pose a significant risk for the expectant mother.
As important as the cleanliness of the tattooing environment and the sterility of the materials used, it is equally vital for the tattooed person to be careful during the healing process.
Ultimately, the best thing a pregnant woman can do is to hold off until after her pregnancy to get a tattoo. There's no need to obtain a tattoo and risk complicating your pregnancy urgently.
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