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Can someone explain to me how come my tattoo burning?
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Allergy?: You may be allergic to ink, most commonly red. Have it looked at by your physician.
Answered 5/11/2014
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Allergy?: IF its new and became hot and red consider an infection especially if puss or fluids are flowing out. Then see your doctor It could b allergy to the ink. The reds are the most common to be allergic to but can happen with other colors.
Answered 5/15/2014
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