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Love to get tattooed? Beware, doctors warn that ink, needle used may raise risk of getting hepatitis, HIV and cancers

The most obvious health concerns emanate from the use of possibly infected needles used to draw these tattoos in non-expert hands the risk of contracting infections like Hepatitis B, C or even HIV

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Image for representational purpose only. Photo Courtesy: istock/Pixabay

Image for representational purpose only. Photo Courtesy: istock/Pixabay

Love to get tattooed? Beware, the ink and needle used may raise your risk of getting diseases like Hepatitis B, C, HIV, and even cancers of the liver and blood, warned doctors on Wednesday. 

Tattoos have become very popular, especially among the youth, as a form of body art and a means of expressing their thoughts or passion.

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