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I just got a fresh new tattoo yesterday and found out i have the flu today. (tested positive) what should i do? doc said don't worry about it

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Dr. Joel Gallant answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Listen to your doc: I agree. You have a new tattoo and you have the flu. The two have nothing to do with each other.

Dr Friedlander and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/8/2014

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A member asked:

I just got a fresh new tattoo yesterday and found out i have the flu today. (tested positive) what should i do? doc said don't worry about it

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Joel Gallant answered

Dr Friedlander and another doctor agreed

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