I remember a red heart, arrow piercing it, and the word 'Mother'
Tattoos have been linked to a deadly type of blood cancer for the first time.
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Murrmurr
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Oh yeah! That's right. I wonder if the first of those colored tats were done in Japan? And it was red, and then green was next, I think.
I'm gonna look that up.
Capt Lightning
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I couldn't find exact UK figures, but there would appears to be approx 1 in 5000 chance of developing lymphoma in any year. A 22% increase may sound alarming, but really is barely significant.
Murrmurr
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This is why the study should have been comparing newer tats to older ones...I mean, if they suspect tattoo inks are causing an increase in cancer disease, it would make sense to focus on that particular comparison. Otherwise, they wasted money, imo.
Rose65
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I took find tattoos unsightly. Just the way I am, I think they never improve anyone's looks. I have no idea why so many people have them now.
Also noise, I hate all noise.
shedevil7953
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I'm of the generation that having a tattoo meant you were trashy, so I never got one. Glad now.
PeppermintPatty
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Iāve never heard of a noisy tattoo
Paladin1950
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God I hate tattoos! Especially on women. The one above looks like a circus freak. I am proud to have a tattoo free body. Totally ink free. Ink belongs on paper. Not skin.I look at the young girls and want to tell them to appreciate their beautiful smooth skin while they have it.
Later on it won't really matter if they look like they fell asleep on the funny papers.
Here's this year's winner of Survivor:
IKE
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Tattoos are only for members of biker gangs, sailors, convicts and cheap hookers.
I sold my motorcycle several years ago....I'm not all that fond of boats.....and I've never been to prison.
OMG!!.....I guess that means that I'm a cheap hooker.
I sold my motorcycle several years ago....I'm not all that fond of boats.....and I've never been to prison.
OMG!!.....I guess that means that I'm a cheap hooker.
Contracting Hepatitis is common...
Conditions and such
No, not from registered places using sterile equipment, it isn't.
let's stick to correct facts.
Debrah N.
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The same thing happened to my husband. He was diagnosed with Hep C and the only thing we can think of was maybe his tattoos. And the result was that it wreaked havoc with his liver but fortunately the new medications to kill the Hep C, gave his liver a chance to heal. Not a great situation but certainly a better one than your friends.
Bella
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I'm not a fan of tattoos. Nonetheless, I try not to pass judgment on those who have them. Some may have them for no apparent reason; others may have them for cultural reasons, like the MÄori, for instance; and others may have them in order to make a statement, attract attention, or for unexpected reasons. Maybe they understand the dangers of having a tattoo, yet they're willing to take the chance to cover up horrific injuries.
Amazing Tattoos That Turn Scars Into Works Of Art
Amazing Tattoos That Turn Scars Into Works Of Art
Rose65
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Me too. It's everywhere now, full sleeves and decorated legs. I absolutely do not like these sights at all. I can't understand why people want to do that to themselves.
hollydolly
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My own daughter has tattoos.. but and I'm not excusing them.. they are like signature tattoos.. no colours... just like an ankle bracelet etc...
I hate it... I feel she was influenced by her heavily tattooed o/h at the time.. but she won't admit to that... this was him.....
I hate it... I feel she was influenced by her heavily tattooed o/h at the time.. but she won't admit to that... this was him.....
Ditto. I never was drawn to tattoos. Guess I'm not the type but it is an interesting article.Thank you. One less thing I have to worry about.
This is one of the things I've heard about tattoo ink. Also other issues including hindering the body's ability to properly sweat and cool itself for those with alot of tats.
Rose65
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I understand completely. There are members of our extended family who have tattoos and piercings.My own daughter has tattoos.. but and I'm not excusing them.. they are like signature tattoos.. no colours... just like an ankle bracelet etc...
I hate it... I feel she was influenced by her heavily tattooed o/h at the time.. but she won't admit to that... this was him.....
I can't say anything of course but I find all such things repulsive. I will never understand why, especially women, have such decorations. It is not just unnecessary but ugly.
I'm seeing it all around us. Middle-aged even old women looking awful. One young woman we see at the shops regularly in passing has done everything to herself. I think she is a walking mess but she must, I presume, think she looks great.
As someone with multiple but discrete tattoos invisible under normal clothing and rendered by a world-class tattooist, I think that something other than lymphoma will claim me first. Iām hardly extreme, like rapper āMachine Gun Kelly,ā illustrated in the article. But should the worst happen, I will meld with the disease, becoming a twisted new Batman villain referred to as Inkyā¦ 
VaughanJB
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More poor journalism from the Daily Mail I'm afraid, why am I not surprised.
Here is a more balanced article about the study: https://edition.cnn.com/2024/05/30/health/tattoo-lymphoma-cancer-study/index.html
But to paraphrase, there seems to be an association, but it's not causal. Any responsible journalist would have mentioned this, since if this were proven it would be of great concern to a lot of people - but drama sells.
As Murrmurr states, inks have apparently changed a lot over the years, so before any such causal connection was made, that would have to be investigated and confirmed.
I also laughed at the line "the immune system is activated, causing a low-grade inflammation in the body ". Who knew jabbing a needle into your skin could cause a "low-grade inflammation"?!? Oh, I don't know, anyone who's ever had a tattoo ever?
Here is a more balanced article about the study: https://edition.cnn.com/2024/05/30/health/tattoo-lymphoma-cancer-study/index.html
But to paraphrase, there seems to be an association, but it's not causal. Any responsible journalist would have mentioned this, since if this were proven it would be of great concern to a lot of people - but drama sells.
As Murrmurr states, inks have apparently changed a lot over the years, so before any such causal connection was made, that would have to be investigated and confirmed.
I also laughed at the line "the immune system is activated, causing a low-grade inflammation in the body ". Who knew jabbing a needle into your skin could cause a "low-grade inflammation"?!?
Oh, I don't know, anyone who's ever had a tattoo ever?
PeppermintPatty
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My husband has 3 tattoos. Iāll admit to not really liking them but I love him so I put my opinions aside. Iām fairly neutral about tattoos. I definitely donāt hate them. In fact my sister in law has a small tattoo on her back shoulder and itās actually really cute. She has a diamond stud through her nose and both are very tasteful. Some musicians have tattoos all over their face. Thats not a look I fancy.
I had heard about this years ago but didn't pay much attention since I don't dye my hair. I wonder if modern hair dyes are less likely to be a problem.