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Tattoo Q&A -- Before page 2What is the policy about tattoos in the police/armed forces? This varies between forces and countries but I'll try to offer a brief overview here. If you are considering getting a tattoo and hope to join the police or military, find out their policy first. In many places (notably South Korea) young men have been known to get tattoos to try to avoid national service! The US Army prohibits tattoos that are visible when in uniform and all tattoos that may be considered "prejudicial to good order and discipline". The Navy and Marines have similar policies as do many police forces. In the UK, police policy prohibits tattoos that cause offense or undermine the officer or force in the eyes of the public. Potential recruits have been turned away because of their tattoos. Wherever you are in the world, take the time to find out about these policies -- and those of other organisations -- if you think you may want to join them later in life. Are there any other reasons not to get inked? Plenty, though there are plenty more reasons to get a tattoo! Diabetics, cancer sufferers and anyone else with a serious medical condition will need to think very carefully about their health before they get inked. In many cases, this consideration should not only be for you but for the tattooist as well; the tattooist is at a far higher risk from their client than you are from them. Hemophiliacs should not get tattooed. Though there shouldn't be much bleeding during the tattoo process, there is always a little. A little is already too much for a hemophiliac. Even if you have a minor ailment (a cold or sickness bug) you should wait until you're feeling better before you get your tattoo. Your immune system needs to be at 100% so that your tattoo will heal quickly and effectively. If you're taking medicines, be aware that they can alter your body's reactions and ability to heal. Taking aspirin thins the blood (a common reason to take it) which may make you bleed more when you get inked. Prescription drugs can cause a number of side effects even when you're not getting inked; check that they won't cause a problem when you do get a tattoo. If you have a medical condition and/or are taking any form of medication, discuss the situation with your doctor and with the tattooist. Be honest and don't withhold information for fear of not being able to get your tattoo; it's better to wait a while than face serious ramifications when you get inked. Remember too that you won't be able to give blood for a while after you've been inked. If you donate blood regularly that might be something that you'll want to consider before you make your final decision. Go to Tattoo Q&A -- After |
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