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A '''pathogen''' is any microscopic organism ([[Bacteria|bacteria]], parasites, fungi, [[Virus|viruses]], prions and viroids) that can enter the body and cause an immunoresponse. This response is usually secondary to an [[Infection|infection]], and in some cases may require antibiotic treatment. Your piercer or tattoo artist should be able to advise you as to the proper course of action should an infection occur. | |||
== See Also == | |||
* [[Bloodborne Pathogens|Bloodborne Pathogens]] | |||
Latest revision as of 09:21, 17 September 2023
A pathogen is any microscopic organism (bacteria, parasites, fungi, viruses, prions and viroids) that can enter the body and cause an immunoresponse. This response is usually secondary to an infection, and in some cases may require antibiotic treatment. Your piercer or tattoo artist should be able to advise you as to the proper course of action should an infection occur.