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I have a tattoo that has become raised and puffy. its itchy but not sore. all the black outlines are raised a few millimetres but not any of the colours inside the lines. tattoo was done about 6 years ago. what could suddenly cause this?

Q: i have a tattoo that has become raised and puffy. its itchy but not sore. all the black outlines are raised a few millimetres but not any of the colours inside the lines. tattoo was done about 6 years ago. what could suddenly cause this?

: Possible allergy to ink or a small infection developing. A keloid could be present Best see a dermatologist for exam and treatment. This condition has been reported for many years with those who have tattoos.

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Possible allergy to ink or a small infection developing. A keloid could be present Best see a dermatologist for exam and treatment. This condition has been reported for many years with those who have tattoos.

Answered 6/25/2023

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A member asked:

I have a tattoo that has become raised and puffy. its itchy but not sore. all the black outlines are raised a few millimetres but not any of the colours inside the lines. tattoo was done about 6 years ago. what could suddenly cause this?

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Dr. Robert Trager answered

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