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Tatto infection
It's been three days I got a tattoo in my arm I did everything to protect it from sunlight and water I applied the lotion which was given to me . But I can see feel some itching and pimples around the tattoo Area is it tattoo infection or normal please help
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It is not infection. This is tattoo granuloma. This happens due to reaction of the tattoo pigment. Please call me or send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment advice.
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Dr. Jyoti Malik
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It could be infection or allergy , so an assessment is must .the treatment depends on what exactly it is
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Keep area dry and sun protected
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