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Is tattoo removal safe on back of neck? 2 inch black home tattoo from 11 years ago. concerned due to location (brain, spine, lymphomas, etc)
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Not specifically: The removal process is superficial and does not pose danger to you brain or spinal cord.
Answered 4/14/2017
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Safe: The removal is almost certainly going to be done by laser which will not penetrate into any vital structure. The only risk is incomplete removal.
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Should be safe: Tattoo removal if done in a sanitary manner should not affect your brain or spinal cord. I do not see what relationship it would have with lymphomas. Do you mean that you have a history of lymphoma? Tattoos are generally removed by laser which breaks up the pigment. The major risks are infection , inadvertant burns and scarring.
Answered 4/14/2017
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