If you are however still a bit scared about the dangers of using ink on yourself, you should. It should be noted that ink poisoning has nothing to do with infection. Also, it has nothing to do with unsterilized needles or anything of such.
It usually is about one of the components of the needle which your mind may not even go to in the first place. However, research indicates that some toxic elements contained in the tattoo may find their way into your lymph nodes.
Certain contaminants such as chromium, nickel, manganese, and lead may create oxidative stress which in turn leads to inflammation. Such toxic materials may also lead to the damage of your cells and even lead to cancer.
There are several symptoms and signs of ink poisoning you should be aware of even though they largely depend upon the type of ink being used.
Vomiting and nausea are some of the associated symptoms when excess printer ink is consumed. You could also experience nervous system damage as well as headache from swallowing ink. The poisoning that arises from tattoo ink is often mistaken for those caused by allergic reactions or infections such as pain, swelling, and rash. Writing ink as the name implies is the type of ink that is used to write. This ink type can be regarded as non-toxic because none of its ingredients can be considered as poisonous.
Therefore, poisoning from this ink type is quite rare because you would have to consume up to an ounce of this ink before it can cause any harm. Printer ink is however more poisonous because it contains some toxic ingredients.
The problems that arise from tattoo ink are quite common mainly because the ingredients are usually not controlled and may have toxins in them. Even though writing ink poisoning may be rare, it can happen if you consume more than one ounce.
The most prominent symptom of overdosing on it is nausea. You may also experience the staining of your teeth and skin within the mouth. Even though it is rarely fatal, this type of poisoning may require you to get medical help immediately.
If you feel like you have suffered from tattoo poisoning, it becomes imperative that you call a doctor immediately. It is also important that you let your tattoo artist know so that he can identify the ink which leads to the poisoning and avoid using the same again. You must take note of the color, brand name, and any other relevant information in your search for the cause of the problem. More often than not, the poisoning will manifest itself in the form of mild inflammation and may even be treated using ice, rest and some elevation.
All local poison control centers in the United States use this national number. You should call if you have any questions about poisoning or poison prevention. It does not need to be an emergency. You can call for any reason, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The health care provider will measure and monitor the person's vital signs, including temperature, pulse, breathing rate, and blood pressure.
Symptoms will be treated as appropriate. The provider may wash the person's eyes or skin to remove the ink. How well the person does depends on the amount of poison swallowed and how quickly treatment is received.
The faster the person gets medical help, the better the chance for recovery. Kliegman RM, St. In: Kliegman RM, St. Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier; chap A rash, inflammation , and flaky or dry skin are some symptoms associated with tattoo ink poisoning. These are actually symptoms of an allergic reaction to the tattoo ink. It is almost always caused by a chemical used to color the ink, while black ink almost never causes a reaction.
Occasionally, a tattoo can cause swelling, redness, and even pus, which can be very alarming and is often associated with tattoo ink poisoning. Again here, this is not poisoning, but a bacterial infection. Infections can be prevented by making sure the tattoo artist uses a sterile needle.
Most infections are mild and go away on their own, but serious infections can be transmitted, such as staph , hepatitis, and even HIV. Marisa O'Connor. Please enter the following code:. Login: Forgot password?
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