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I have a tattoo that i've had for over 2 years, it keeps getting red, bumpy and really itchy. it's not done this before - please help?
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Allergy to ink: You may be allergic to one of the pigments in the tattoo. Is the reaction mostly in 1 color? See a dermatologist. You need a prescription cream, possibly removal of the tattoo.
Answered 7/7/2013
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