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What are the risk of sicklers getting a tattoo ? 19 year old female with sickle cell anemia
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Infection: Whenever you pierce the skin, you are breaking the body's most important immune organ. Any infection will increase your risk of getting a sickle crisis. Tread carefully.
Answered 3/3/2013
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Low: Your risk of developing any post-tattoo health complications is about the same as the general population. Go to a reputable tattoo artist who takes all of the mandatory health precautions. Go see your doc immediately if you suspect a skin infection or have a fever after the procedure.
Answered 5/14/2015
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