Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) otherwise termed Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) occur when bodily fluids are exchanged during sexual intercourse causing infection. Most STDs impact the condition of the skin and the symptoms differ according to the infection or disease, and some cause infertility.

Reports suggest that people may also be infected by STDs through needles used for tattoos because of infections of the blood like HIV, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C. When someone is infected with an STD through the tattoo procedure, they may be infected for life. The tattoo can serve almost as a “symbol” of their infection. Or the tattoo can become a depressing feature.

Having the tattoo removed for better health, to disinfect the infected site, and for improved mental health is an option. Tattoos are easily removable regardless of the reason. New laser tattoo removal technology exists such as Ruby, Diode, and Alexandrite to permanently remove tattoos through concentrated light that disintegrates the tattoo ink, removing the symbol or image, for a more natural looking skin.

Certain STDs can cause patchy hair loss or intense irritation to the skin and hair follicles. If this occurs, laser hair removal can help you treat the irritated skin better or alternatively, laser therapy exists to stimulate hair growth where hair may be thinning or lost. Tattoo and hair removal can be a reaction to STDs or STIs, and treating STDs or STIs and their effect on skin and hair is important for overall health.