April 2012 PMID 22469126

Tattoos, inks, and cancer.

Nicolas Kluger, Virve Koljonen

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Peak: 2 in May 2019

across 5 sources since May 2019

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17,069

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What people are saying

The collection features minimal discussion, with one user quickly dismissing concerns by mentioning a Google search, and another sharing the publication's topic without further elaboration. The tone is mostly dismissive or neutral, reflecting limited engagement or influence on shaping opinions about tattoo ink safety.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

The discussions show little clear agreement or disagreement, with only one post attempting to directly address or dismiss claims made in the publication.

InterestNeutral interest

Overall, the interest level is neutral, as the comments do not delve deeply into the topic, with minimal discussion about potential health risks or scientific specifics.

EngagementModerate engagement

There is some engagement, as indicated by the one user referencing an external source to briefly counter the publication's concern, but overall depth is limited.

ImpactNeutral impact

The discussions seem to have negligible impact on the opinions or awareness of the topic, mostly consisting of superficial responses.

Abstract in brief

Tattoo inks contain metallic salts and organic dyes that stay in the skin for life, raising concerns about possible cancer risks.
Current research has identified potential carcinogenic substances in tattoo inks, but the evidence linking tattoos to cancer remains unclear.
A review found 50 cases of skin cancer on tattoos, mostly squamous cell carcinoma, melanoma, and basal cell carcinoma, but these cases are rare and likely coincidental.

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emma

@timesnewemma · X

@woakus_wunita just takes a quick google search to debunk that one https://t.co/JXB6d2l6RF

Jan 9, 2021 · 2 likes · 2,415 followers View post →

wilbert collins

@collins_wilbert · X

RT @arnthorjon: #Tattoos, #inks, and #cancer https://t.co/7TAmXBAQhZ

May 6, 2019 · 1 share · 1,374 followers View post →

Arnþór

@arnthorjon · X

#Tattoos, #inks, and #cancer https://t.co/7TAmXBAQhZ

May 6, 2019 · 1 like · 1 share · 1,395 followers View post →