Getting a tattoo during pregnancy is contraindicated as there are several risk factors that can affect the development of the baby as well as the health of the pregnant woman.
Some of the biggest risks include:
- Delays in the development of the baby: during a tattoo, it is common for blood pressure to decrease and hormonal changes occur, even if the woman is accustomed to pain. In these cases, the sudden change in blood pressure can decrease the amount of blood that goes to the baby, which may delay its development;
- Transmission of serious diseases to the baby: Although it is an uncommon situation, it is possible to become infected with a serious illness, such as Hepatitis B or HIV, due to the use of badly sterilized needles. If the mother develops one of these infectious diseases, it can easily transmit to the baby during pregnancy or childbirth;
- Malformations in the fetus: the presence of fresh paint in the body can cause the release of chemicals into the bloodstream, which can lead to changes in the formation of the fetus;
In addition, the skin undergoes some changes due to hormones and weight gain, and this can interfere with the tattoo design when the woman returns to her usual weight.
What to do when getting a tattoo without knowing that you are pregnant
In cases where the woman had a tattoo but did not know that she was pregnant, it is advised to advise the obstetrician to perform the necessary tests for diseases such as HIV and Hepatitis, in order to evaluate if she is infected and if there is a risk of transmitting the disease to the patient. drink.
Thus, if there is such a risk, health professionals can take some care during childbirth and start treatment in the first hours of the baby's life to reduce the risk of infection or development of these diseases.
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