Risk of Lymphoma Associated with Tattoos

A new study suggests that people with tattoos may have a higher risk of developing lymphoma. The study from Lund University in Sweden found that the risk of lymphoma is highest among those who had their first tattoo less than two years prior. The researchers are calling for more comprehensive examinations into the relationship between tattoos and various health outcomes.

Tattoos and Lymphoma Risk

Having a tattoo could increase the risk of developing a rare type of cancer by 21%, according to a study in Sweden. The link is with lymphoma, a type of blood cancer affecting the immune system. Further research is needed to confirm these findings.