I'm an insulin dependent diabetic and I'm interested in getting a tatoo. What is the concensus on this issue?
87918
I know  healing time would need to be extended.  You will also be much more prone to infection than the average person.\n\nOther than that, I do not know specifically. But I am sure there would be other increased risks.
600312
I have used my medical reason for an excuse to get out of them. I am a type I diabetic and require shots. I just say I have to get back to work, home ,etc (wherever I am headed) to get my syringe so i can get my shot or I will go into DKA (diabetic keto acidosis) which can kill me.(and really, it can) It works.
202292
You cannot ask anyone to answer that question for you.  It is your body and you are the one who will have to live with it for the rest of your life.  Getting a tattoo is a very personal question and I can tell that you are not ready for one just because you asked this question.  You will know you are ready when you see something that really strikes you.  You will know it is the one you want.  As far a body placement, I would suggest somewhere that cannot be seen unless you choose to show it.  You hopefully will be in your 80s someday and the tattoo will look crappy at that point.  You also don't want a tattoo to hold you back from a great opportunity in a career you might choose later on.
1027432
I highly doubt it.  You would probably bleed profusely.  Check with your doctor, only.  Don't rely on the tattoo artist.
471593
It's up to you.  Every choice we make has future consequences.  Sometimes you can foresee those consequences, sometimes you can't.  A simple tattoo on your face does have some ramifications.  Please realize that it might hurt you in some future endeavors.  If you are willing to have those avenues closed off to you... then go for it.
1057979
Get a tattoo or get an older nurse. Also not looking and requesting a baby needle is useful.
301414
no\n\nbecause tattos may cause skin cancer.it is a scientific reality.
1088383
it all depends on your state medical criteria...and what kind of health you are in at the time donation is needed...if you have multiple medical problems that effect the organs then more than likely they wont use anything from you...most states have a transplant office...try contacting them to find out exactly what you need to know...I know here in Maryland its called the Transplant Recovery Center....oh and for the kid up above me that gave you a BS answer...diabetes ISN'T contagious
1091470
Dr J say.. there are loads of em out there fella but i'd do your homework very carefully so as not to end up with someone's grandmothers moko on your arm, for an insight into th methods and meanings behind polynesian tats look up Gordon Hatfield, he's recognized by those who know as a world authority on th subject, keep it real and get one drawn up just for you... doctorjtattoo@yahoo.com
222481
It is completely natural for you to worry so much. I am type 1, and so is my 18 month old daughter, and my wife worries about us constantly. Typically she only worries about me if I am running late and she has not heard from me. One thing I did (in addition to the bracelet) was to put a "Diabetic driver" sticker on my truck in case someone finds me disoriented somewhere (which has never happened). I also put "Diabetic" on my cell phone. \n\nAs far as when he flies, he should tell the flight attendants that he is diabetic, and that if he begins to act abnormally they should give him orange juice or soda. On long flights, it probably wouldn't hurt to give them his glucagon kit and teach them how to use it.\n\nWhen he travels overseas, he should have something printed in the language of the region where he is travelling to that will alert foreign medical personnel or police that he is diabetic.
1001640
Explain to them why you want to do it.  As long as you're not shaving your head to put some disgusting  tatoo on it, it shouldn't be a big deal, right?
121841
Go to Addictive Tattooing..\n\n\nIt is on Dundas near the Galleria mall..\n\nIt's wonderful..all of the artists there are great...I know a lot of people who have had work done there and everyone is always happy with it....I had my tattoo done there 3 years ago..and it still looks great and hasn't fded or anything..\n\nDO NOT GO TO BLUE DRAGON....i have heard and see way to many horror stories from there..\n\nGood Luck
1069712
The odds are that there is more to this issue than just the tattoo.  I did a quick search and all of the branches just relaxed their standards.  What still holds is that it (a tattoo) can not be offensive to others in any way, it cannot be discriminatory to any person or group, it can not be gang or hate group related, and it can not be placed in a location that would bring discredit to the military.\n\nI don't know the Navy/Marine Corps or Air Force, but the Army policy is stated in AR 670-1, Chapter 1, section 1-8, sub section E, items 1-7.  It outlines all possible circumstances and how they are to be handled.
943134
That's a good question! What a smart girl you are for considering your health first before running out and doing it. There are a lot of things to consider before getting a tattoo. People don't realize that diseases can be spread if the person giving you the tattoo doesn't use sterile technique. People have been known to get hepatitis from getting a tattoo. I think it would be a good idea to make an appointment with the doc to find out if that murmur is gone (if the hole that caused it has closed). It's a good idea for you to know that anyway because you should be getting antibiotics before getting dental treatment, right? Good luck!
605114
The tattoo idea will only make your life miserable.  NJP's & restriction, I doubt that would get you out.  Not unless you perminatly marked your body where you would not want it, even as a civilian.  (IE.  F the corps on your forhead or something)  Even then, that would probably just incite some 1st sgt to keep you in, so he could make you pay every day till your eas.  Like they said in boot camp, and it's honestly true, the easiest way out is to do your four years honorably.  You MIGHT make it out in a year or two with effort, but the time in will be more miserable than four done w/o problems.  Plus you don't risk hurting any chance for good job opportunities on the outside.
414917
See about getting the insulin pen
106792
Tattoos tell a small story about where a person was or felt at a piticular point in their life. I see nothing wrong with it as long as its tastful and in a place on thier body that will not be effected when a woman gains weight( and i know because i have two and i gained lots of weight when i was pregnant with my son and they did not change at all) and also as long as its cool with your parents. Tattoo's are art but should be something you can live with and have a true meaning behind them not just done because others were getting one , but dont go overboard with them, women shouldnt get them large or in a spot that is excessable to weight gain or all over. small dainty ones look nice on women in my opinion. its your body so be nice to it because its the only one you have. if you are happy and satisified with your decisions then dont worry about what we have to say. just remember that only you know whats best for you and cant no one change who you are.