One of the most common risks of getting a tattoo is having an allergic reaction (viaMayo Clinic).

Tattoo needles pierce the skin repeatedly so that inject drops of ink.

However, it’s also possible that your body could react to your tattoo years after it’s healed.

Closeup of tattoo artist wearing gloves and holding equipment tattooing someone’s back

It’s equally important to go to a clean, reputable place to get a tattoo.

Only get tattooed by someone who is licensed and takes proper health and safety precautions.

They should be wearing gloves both for your safety and theirs.

Tattoo artist creating tattoo on woman’s arm with focus on the equipment

In rare cases, your tattoo could cause complications when getting an MRI.

Tattoo ink can also cause MRI images to be less clear than they normally would be.