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Can hair dye or tattoos increase stroke or blood clot risk?

4 replies

Waheymum · 22/08/2026 19:16

Hey!
Can dying your hair be a risk factor for stroke?

Can getting a tattoo put you at risk of blood clots?

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RobertaFirmino · 22/08/2026 23:00

There is no scientific evidence to suggest that there are risks. Why do you ask? Are you thinking about dyeing your hair and getting a tattoo? Or are you experiencing a bit of health anxiety right now?

Girlwithavibe · Yesterday 08:08

Nope !
But hair dye can trigger severe allergic reaction so do skin test first !
Tattoos can also trigger immune system responses x

Waheymum · Yesterday 19:09

RobertaFirmino · 22/08/2026 23:00

There is no scientific evidence to suggest that there are risks. Why do you ask? Are you thinking about dyeing your hair and getting a tattoo? Or are you experiencing a bit of health anxiety right now?

I've often thought about either getting a tattoo or dying my hair. I've had one previous stroke and don't want another.

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MyManinCaracas · Yesterday 22:07

Perhaps you could try a henna for your hair and a temporary tattoo? Not so permanent! 🌷

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