Tattoo pain chart: Where it hurts most and least

Tattoos have become one of the most common body decorations across the world.

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Incidentally, getting a tattoo can be painful.

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Various parts of the body experience different levels of pain when tattooed.

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The least painful places to get tattooed are those with the most fat, thickest skin and least number of nerve endings.

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On the other hand, the most painful places to get tattooed are those with the least fat, thinnest skin and most nerve endings.

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The most painful areas include armpit, rib cage, ankles, nipples, breasts, behind the knees, face, neck, spine, lips among others.

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The least painful spots include thighs, calves, upper arms, outer shoulders, upper and lower back.

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It is advised to consult a doctor if the pain remains for longer duration or if the tattoo bleeds.

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