Is it normal for the skin to turn yellow after a tattoo removal session? (Photo)

August 2, 2019
Asked By:Booders44 in Kuwait

I went to get a laser session to remove my tattoo a few days ago. The dermatologist used an Nd-YAG laser with multiple (I think 7) intensities on the same day. He gave me an antibiotic cream to apply and some bandages. A few days later, the redness subsided but I was left with a large patch of yellow on my chest. Is this a sign of infection or will it fade away eventually?

1 photo

Answers (3)

From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
VOTED MOST HELPFUL
August 6, 2019

Answer: Tattoo Removal

1 person found this helpful
J. Jason Wendel, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
VOTED MOST HELPFUL
August 6, 2019

Answer: Tattoo Removal

1 person found this helpful
J. Jason Wendel, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
MOST RECENT
August 19, 2019

Answer: Yellow discoloration after tat removal

MOST RECENT
August 19, 2019

Answer: Yellow discoloration after tat removal

August 6, 2019

Answer: Yellow Area around tattoo after a treatment

1 person found this helpful
August 6, 2019

Answer: Yellow Area around tattoo after a treatment

1 person found this helpful

Recommended reading

Tattoo Removal

Everything you need to know about Tattoo Removal

  • 99% worth it
  • 796.0k reviews
  • Avg cost: $693
Learn More
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT

Recommended reading

Tattoo Removal

Everything you need to know about Tattoo Removal

  • 99% worth it
  • 796.0k reviews
  • Avg cost: $693
Learn More
ADVERTISEMENT