A 38-year-old member asked:
allergy 4 weeks after tattoo. what can i do?
1 doctor answer
Dr. Nayla Mumneh answered
29 years experience Allergy and Immunology
Delayed reaction: This could be secondary to a delayed hypersensitivity reaction to the tattoo, you should use a topical hydrocortisone cream and see your doctor if it persists.
Answered on Nov 28, 2014
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