What To Do If Your Tattoo Gets Infected

Going to a tattoo shop without the proper licensing or sanitation measures in place also puts you at risk of your body art later getting infected so dagger recommends doing your research and.

An infection after a tattoo may result in improper healing of the skin. How to treat an infected tattoo minor bumps and rashes can usually be managed at home with antibacterial ointment proper cleaning and rest. In some severe cases you may receive an oral antibiotic. Without treatment complications of a skin infection such as a deeper infection and rarely sepsis may occur in some people.

Ice the infected area 2 to 3 times a day to reduce swelling and inflammation. Antibiotic treatment can usually resolve a tattoo related infection. You may try to wash. Depending on the severity of the infection your dermatologist may prescribe a prescription topical antibiotic dr.

Additionally try to avoid dog or cat scratches don t let your pet lick your new tattoo don t soak it in a tub and don t use body scrub keep an eye out for the signs of infection. Seeing pus draining from the tattoo site is the most specific sign that your tattoo is infected. If you re experiencing an infection treatment depends. If your new tattoo is mildly infected treat it at home by wrapping an ice pack in a thin towel and holding it on your skin for 10 minutes.