u/gkmnky

Hey everyone, my doctor is about to start me on Ustekinumab (Stelara) and I've been thinking about getting a tattoo. Has anyone here gotten inked while on this treatment?

Two specific questions:

1. How long did you wait (or were you advised to wait) after starting before getting tattooed?
2. Does the size of the piece matter? Like, is a small tattoo relatively safe, or is a full arm sleeve a completely different risk level?

My doctor hasn't given me a hard no, but I want to hear from people with real experience before I bring it up more seriously. Any advice appreciated!