Vision loss in some people is being attributed to their tattoos
19 February 2026
Jacinta Bowler writing for the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC):
The condition, known as tattoo-associated uveitis, can lead to permanent vision loss, glaucoma, and patients requiring immunosuppressants for the rest of their life.
While rare, the condition can set in several years after getting a tattoo. In one case, decades had passed before the person began experiencing vision loss.
Most people seeking tattoos doubtless know about the risk of infection, or allergic reactions, but few would expect their vision to be impacted, particularly years after the event.
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