Argentina couple sets record for the most number of tattoos, piercings, body alterations; know risks and preca - Times Now

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Gabriela and Victor Hugo Peralta had first set the world record in 2014 with 84 modifications

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Since then, they have also nurtured their shared love for tattoos, piercings, and body modifications passionately. The couple has entered the Guinness Book of World Records for the most number of alternations.

Together, Gabriela and Victor currently have 98 tattoos, 50 piercings, 8 microdermals, 14 body implants, five dental implants, four ear expanders, two ear bolds, and one forked tongue.

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"For me, being a Guinness World Records holder is a prize that life gives me for the love of body art, and I am very grateful because this record helped me achieve one of my big dreams: traveling to 20 countries, getting to know different cultures, and making new friendships around the world," Victor told Guinness World Records.

Despite their love for body adventure, both Gabriela and Victor admit that some of the implants are extremely painful.

As per Guinness World Records, they first set the world record in 2014 with 84 modifications.

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Tattoos and piercings

Tattoos are one of the most common body art practices done around the world. However, this mark on the body is not just permanent but also comes with a huge risk – of lethal and fatal infections.

According to the Mayo Clinic, a tattoo is a permanent mark or design made on your skin with pigments inserted through pricks into the skin's top layer. A hand-held machine pierces the skin repeatedly to form a design with the help of tiny ink droplets.

The process — which is done without anesthetics — causes a small amount of bleeding and slight to potentially significant pain.

Risks involved

According to health experts, a list of few health risks involved in getting tattoos are:

  • Allergic reactions: Many people with sensitive skin can be allergic to tattoo dyes in different colours especially red, green, yellow, and blue. These dyes can cause an itchy rash and swelling at the site of the tattoo.
  • Skin infections: It is possible to get a bacterial infection after getting the tattoo done. Also, some people can experience inflammation granuloma. Tattooing also can lead to keloids — raised areas caused by an overgrowth of scar tissue.
  • Bloodborne diseases: If the needle of the tattoo machine is contaminated and infected, it can cause various bloodborne viral diseases including Hepatitis B, C, and HIV, all of which can be lethal and life-threatening.
  • Burning or swelling at the tattoo sites
  • Sepsis: It is a life-threatening illness that occurs in response to infections. It can result in organ failure and death.

Tips for safe tattoos

  • Always get a tattoo from a licensed parlour after checking hygiene and sterilized equipment.
  • Make sure the tattoo artist uses a fresh pair of gloves and washes their hands before starting the procedure.
  • Needles and razors shouldn't be reused.
  • Make sure they swab the area with a disinfectant, such as rubbing alcohol, before tattooing.
  • Fresh tattoos should be covered with sterile gauze or a bandage.

Tips for safe piercings

  • Make sure to get the piercing done through a gun only on the earlobes. To avoid damaging delicate tissues, a thin needle should be used on other parts.
  • Piercers should wash their hands and put on a fresh pair of disposable surgical gloves before beginning the procedure.
  • Body piercings should always be performed with a single-use needle, which is disposed of later.
  • Jewelry should always be sterilized and taken out new.
  • Piercing equipment and surfaces should be sanitized

Disclaimer: Tips and suggestions mentioned in the article are for general information purposes only and should not be construed as professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor or a dietician before starting any fitness programme or making any changes to your diet.

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