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How long should you wait to lift weights after receiving a tattoo?

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Why wait: Im not sure there is any reason to wait apart from not directly irritating a fresh wound with pressure, trauma.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 5/1/2018

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One week : I would let it heal for one week.

Answered 6/3/2015

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I was only on 40mg of isotretinoin for 2 months before I had to stop taking it, since I only took it for such a brief period, how long should I wait before getting any form of piercings/tattoos?

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