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Can people get tattoos when undergoing chemotherapy and radiotherapy?
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Not a good idea: Of course it's your body and you can do whatever you want! but i would advise that you wait until after chemo and radiation to get a tattoo. Why? During treatment you have a higher risk for infection, skin dryness/peeling, and reacting to the ink. The bigger risk is probably chemo. If your radiation is aimed at a body part far away from your tattoo, it might be ok, but ask your doctor.
Answered 5/4/2017
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More info needed: If the counts are low (example neutropenia or anemia) then not a good idea.
Answered 7/28/2015
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