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Posted 10/17/2007 8:27 AM (GMT -8)
This might be an odd question...
Has anyone heard that you Should'nt get a tattoo because of UC?

I am getting one today!! Ive thought about this for 2 years and am finally getting it. Im not flaring, so I feel great...

Any input would be apprieciated!
Thanks.
Posted 10/17/2007 8:44 AM (GMT -8)
Yea! I can't wait!

Although my husband is not terribly thrilled, it is really something that means SoMEthiNG! Im getting 2 birds (representing my 2 children) on the side of my c-section scar.

Thanks for your words of wisdom (and relief!)

Michelle
Posted 10/17/2007 8:45 AM (GMT -8)

 You Shouldn't Have Any Problems.  My Brother-in-law Is In The Business. Just Make Sure It's A Clean Shop. Good Luck

 Have pancolitis since 8-07 But had UC since 04

Posted 10/17/2007 10:22 AM (GMT -8)
I havent ever heard anything about that. I hope it isnt true because I want one after christmas

Posted 10/17/2007 10:47 AM (GMT -8)
I'm sure some doctors and other people might tell you that because they are personally against tattoos eyes But it's certainly not true that you cannot get one just because you have UC. I've had UC since I was 14 and I have gotten 7 tattoos since turning 18 :) They're addictive!

However I did get one on prednisone once and it didn't heal very well, just needed a bit of a touchup after. Just take care of it like they tell you to and you should be fine. Enjoy!! :-)
Posted 10/17/2007 12:23 PM (GMT -8)
I'M BACK! I got my tattoo! I LOVE IT!!!!!!!

And it wasnt that bad as far as pain goes. It only took an hour. I went to a great tattooer who was super talented. I had gone last week for a consultation, so I was totally comfortable with him. The tattoo place is HUGE on sterilization in every way, so again...great experience. I can definitely see how people don't stop at just one! :)

Thanks to all!
Michelle
Posted 10/17/2007 1:13 PM (GMT -8)
happy for you. i got one last january (my fourth) and it healed just fine. you will always look back on it as a good memory. :)
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