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I have ra and flared up. currently on 10mg prednisone. want to get a tattoo with my daughter before she goes to college. is this safe?
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No: Prednisone increases the risk of infection and delays wound healing. Do not consider getting a tattoo while on prednisone.
Answered 7/29/2014
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