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Hi, I just want to ask, is any chances for HIV virus due to made Tattoos by Artist. One of my friend have made Tattoos on hand, kindly suggest.
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Hello- Yes, if the tattoo needle is infected recently with the HIV infection it can spread to its new host. However the HIV virus generally dies outside the skin if is in contact with any cold surface, but still it is risky.
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Yes if tatoo needle is infected with HIV.
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