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Can you contract hepatitis from a tattoo?
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Yes: Tattooing may transmit hepaitis b and c, and hiv, if the needles are not properly sterilized and were used on a person with the infection.
Answered 8/22/2012
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Not if you're smart: Today's professional inkers will show you the sterilized, plastic-sealed containers of ink, and the autoclaved tattoo needles, and break the seals on both as you watch. Do not settle for anything less. Sadly, as dr. Singh points out, some people are dumb enough to be inked by friends or goofballs.
Answered 8/29/2012
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