I read the exposure risk on the sticky that said that this is unlikely but may be possible. I saw them use new needles but now I'm confused. It's been 3 mos since I got mine.

Thanks!

Most places use a clean needle each and every time they give someone a tattoo. Did you notice them take a brand new needle out of the package? If so, you most likely have nothing to worry about. If not, it's time you reevaluate your situation, and possibly get tested for HIV. Are you having symptoms or anything? What makes you think you could've gotten HIV?
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I saw them open the needles. I guess I'm just being paranoid because it is an invasive thing to do to your body. I friend of mine actually put the idea in my mind.

I don't think I'm having any problems. I've got these red marks on my chest but I think it has to do with age and sun damage. Anything else that is wrong with me has been going on since before 3 mos ago.

Thanks for answering.

If newly opend needles were used then you need not worry at all .