India, July 25 -- Doctors have some concerns about tattoos, despite their increasing popularity and societal acceptance. While tattoos can be a beautiful form of self-expression, it's essential to be aware of the potential risks and take steps to mitigate them. For instance, did you know it's possible to catch hepatitis from tattoos if proper hygiene and safety protocols aren't followed? Also read | Are tattoos actually safe? Professional tattoo artist reveals how to prepare for a tattoo, minimise the risk and heal

In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Akhil Deshmukh, consultant, hepatology and liver transplant, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru, and Dr Anurag Shetty, medical gastroenterologist, KMC Hospital Mangaluru explain how. Hep...