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Red Bumps With White Heads After Putting Tattoo, Spreading To Arms. Applying Ointment. What Could Be This?
My boyfriend had a tattoo done on his arm five days ago. About three days ago red bumps with white heads that can be popped appeared. First, they appeared around the tattoo, but now they are spreading up his arm and he is getting a few on his other arm. He had used A&D ointment, but discontinued use after the bumps appeared. They are very large, about the size of a dime and he is concerned that it might be a blood infection. What can this be?
Mon, 24 Jun 2013
Hi,
It seems that he might got infection due to prick or chemicals used for tatoo.
Apply triple action cream locally.
If require go for antibiotic and anti-inflammatory medicines after consulting your doctor.
Ok and take care.
It seems that he might got infection due to prick or chemicals used for tatoo.
Apply triple action cream locally.
If require go for antibiotic and anti-inflammatory medicines after consulting your doctor.
Ok and take care.
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