General Health Risks Associated with Body Modification

Blood borne Diseases

• Hepatitis B
• Hepatitis C
• Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
• Syphilis
• Tetanus

Skin Infections

• Herpes simplex
• Mycobacterium spp.
• Staphylococcus aureus
• Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)

Other Severe Health Risks

• Nerve damage
• Hemorrhage
• Haemophilia
• Extreme body modification
• Allergic reactions
• Inks & injections
• Jewelry
• Latex gloves

Reference links: HealthLink BC and Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC)