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I am having bariatric surgery in 4-5 months is it okay to get a small tattoo on my wrist?

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Yes: A tattoo five months before your elective procedure is not contraindicated. There should be no problem with proceeding, if you so choose.

Dr Paudel agreed

Answered 12/20/2014

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Sure.: Go for it. Although depending on how much weight you lose the tattoo might look different on a thinner wrist, so choose wisely.

Answered 10/25/2014

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