Scientists found that people with tattoos might have a 21% higher risk of getting a type of blood cancer called lymphoma. Sounds scary, right?
Researchers in Sweden studied people with and without tattoos. They discovered that those with tattoos had a slightly higher chance of getting lymphoma.
Tattoo inks can contain chemicals that might cause cancer. These chemicals can travel to your lymph nodes, which are part of your immune system.
Got a new tattoo? Taking care of it is super important to avoid infections and keep it looking great. Let’s see how!
1. Keep the bandage on for a few hours. 2. Wash your tattoo gently with mild soap and warm water. 3. Apply a light layer of moisturizer.
– Keep washing your tattoo gently. – Moisturize to keep it from drying out. – Don’t pick at any scabs!
– Continue moisturizing your tattoo. – Protect it from the sun by covering it or using sunscreen once healed.
If your tattoo gets red, swollen, or starts to ooze, it might be infected. See a doctor right away if this happens.
Use unscented, gentle products like Eucerin, Curel, or coconut oil. Avoid anything with strong chemicals.