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I got a tattoo about 2 weeks ago and there is an isolated area of the tattoo that is red, swollen and irritated. tips for relief?
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Neosporin: Sounds like you might have a bit of a skin infection - try applying neosporin to it 2-3 times a day.
Answered 12/16/2012
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