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I have been told that one should not get a tattoo if taking blood thinners or anti-clotting drugs. True?

thank you Ginger for your reply.

I agree. It's one thing to prepare for your last wishes, but the job isn't done unless you have what diplomats call a "frank and candid" conversation with your spouses, partners and children to be sure that they (1) understand your wishes and (2) agree to carry them out.

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Good points! I want to add that medical emergencies and death can sometimes be chaotic. I compare it to having a baby. An expectant mother can have a clear birth plan but then have to go with the flow. (I was there when my granddaughter was born and it was quite off plan!) So I've told my family what I want, but also made it clear that I trust them and am fine if things don't exactly fit my wishes. I don't want to create guilt or a feeling of failure in anyone caring for me. Thanks again for the reminder about communication.

i have one of those last wishes forms made out and at the hospital. plus my sister knows my wishes. she's also my DPOA and patient advocate. so god willing nothing happens to her i'm all set i believe. plus to take some of the burden off her, i'll be cremated ⚱. my family knows this also. always be prepared as best as you can.

@jobli0 I haven't gotten a tattoo since starting on my blood thinner [a baby aspirin once a day]. Perhaps it may be simply a matter of stopping it for a few days beforehand, and afterwards, like I sometimes need to do with medical procedures.
Ginger

the best advice i can suggest. would be check with your PCP and whomever is going to do the tattoo. that way you cover everything possible.

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Echoing this experience. My elderly mother had COPD and collapsed at home. My sister and father called 911 and the paramedics started immediately upon arrival to revive her. My sister knew where the DNR was--in a hallway closet file box. But in the stress of the moment it took awhile to put hands on it and present, and the paramedics would not/could stop efforts until it was presented. My point is--a highly visible, easily accessible place in the home would have helped greatly. Keep up these discussions to find the method that works for you/your family!