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A member asked:
Just asking for education purposes for myself and others. as tattoo needles are not hollow, and are exposed to air at the end and middle. and pushes in ink rather than pulling blood. does hiv die out on the needles after a couple minutes as well?
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Several infections including hepatitis have been associated with tattooing. HIV has not be absolutely demonstrated to be transmitted in this manner https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/adult-health/in-depth/tattoos-and-piercings/art-20045067
Answered 5/31/2023
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