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Can people with epilepsy get tattoos?

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Dr. Creighton Wright answered

Specializes in surgery

Yes: Most are controlled on medications, but some risk. All the usual risks still exist.

Answered 7/22/2017

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Dr. Colin Sanner answered

Specializes in Neurology

Yes: Just, don't drink before getting the tattoo. And verify that your tattoo artist uses sterile technique, including using a new needle for every client.

Answered 9/14/2016

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Yes- no problem: Yes, people with epilepsy can get a tattoo. They should avoid driving, climbing ladders, and swimming, at least if they have had a seizure in the past 6 months or less.

Answered 10/20/2018

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No prohibition: But make sure sterility is ensured, as shared needles can result in HIV, hepatitis C, etc.

Answered 5/29/2015

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Dr. Diane Stein answered

Specializes in Pediatric Neurology

Epilepsy & Life: Epilepsy is not usually a factor in choosing tattoos or piercings. Some people have seizures with stress or pain but most do not. If you worry that a medicine you're on might not mix with any activity in life, you can ask a pharmacist. I would use the same cautions with tattooing or piercings whether you have epilepsy or not: choose a professional & avoid infections.

Answered 11/16/2020

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