Tattoos with pacemakers

Tattoos

by piglet22 - 2023-08-28 09:45:12

I doubt that you are going to get a definitive answer as each person's circumstances are different.

Personally, on balance, I wouldn't do it even if I wanted to.

I'm guessing that most tattoo machines are like electric engravers, and if electric powered, are going to have either a motor or a solenoid. If it buzzes, it's likely to be a solenoid.

Motor or solenoid, it's going to have some EMR involved and it's going to be close, assuming it's on your chest.

Probably, there's not a high risk of a bad outcome, but is it worth it?

If you could find an air powered operator, there's less risk.

You also have to take into account the risk of infection ans a small amount of physical vibration.

My vote would be let it fade.

MRI

by doublehorn48 - 2023-08-28 12:42:14

Several years ago I had to get a MRI. I was asked if I had any tattoos and that it wasn't a good idea to have tattoos when getting a MRI. Was also told that red ink was the worst ink to have in relation to getting a MRI. So now you know as much as I about tattoos and a MRI.

ME..

by USMC-Pacer - 2023-08-28 17:37:12

I've had several tattoos since implant without any issues, but that's just me. I can't speak for anyone else. 

Whether you have a device or not, most in the medical field are going to advise you not to get a tattoo, JMHO

Infection and Bleeding risk would be my main concerns

by Gemita - 2023-08-28 17:54:49

PCO W, I presume the main concern is the bleeding and infection risk, not any magnet.  Personally I would keep the tattoo artist well away from the device area and maybe speak to your doctors about whether you will need to stop anticoagulation if you are taking any, prior to getting treatment and how soon you can resume it afterwards.  There will always be a risk when you stop and start anticoagulation for brief periods.  And of course any bleeding will spoil your tattoos.

Tattoos

by Julros - 2023-08-28 18:08:09

I have gotten two tattoos since getting my device. Each time I spoke with my provider before hand and the only caveats were don't tattoo directly over the device, and to stop my anticoagulant for 48 hours prior. The artists were very thorough in cleaning my skin before, and applying a dressing after, with directions on how to clean the wound. 

I actually contracted a localized infection at a puncture site for my last ablation. Seems that the tattoo artist had better aseptic technique that the hospital! 

Tattoo

by AgentX86 - 2023-08-28 23:26:24

I certainly wouldn't.  It would be a triple-no anywhere near the pacer.  An infection could ruin your day. There is no reason to beg for one.