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Can I get a tattoo removed while breastfeeding?

Rodriguez1526Feb 16, 2022
Can I get a tattoo removed while breastfeeding? Red ink located on side of neck.

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Sergio Verduzco Casillas, MD

Hello, thanks for your question. First of all, you should have a complete physical exam to see your skin condition and your tattoo. You may have great results using a Laser system to reach the exact layer of the skin where the tattoo is, without harming the surrounding tissues. Good luck!

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Glenn Messina, MD

The black inks are easier to remove because it absorbs all wavelengths. I would wait at least a month before lasering the area. That black is profound so dont expect a quick removal but unless that ink has substances in there making laser removal more difficult I would think it should come off.

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Jason Emer, MD

It will take a series of treatments either through laser or microneedling to see any difference. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a laser tattoo removal expert. If it's new, you'll want to wait until it's completely healed (around 4-6 weeks) Best, Dr. Emer

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