Used hair laser on my tattoo now it's left a bumpy surface. Will it heal?

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Adaeze Okeke, MD · Answer

Hi there. Without a picture it's difficult to tell what these bumps are. Hair lasers should not be used on a tattoo, either to remove the tattoo or the hairs. You could have a burn. I would suggest that you consult with your doctor to see what you can do to prevent any complications like scarring, the sooner the better. Good luck!

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Laser hair removal can burn the skin where there is a tattoo. I recommend following up with a cosmetic dermatologist for wound care. Best, Dr. Emer

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question!  I recommend you to go back to the provider who did this to you and seek some answers and reimbursement since s/he needs to know that hair laser will burn the tattooed skin. Best of luck!

Hardik Soni, MD · Answer

I recommend you to go back to the provider who did this to you and seek some answers and reimbursement since s/he needs to know that hair laser will burn the tattooed skin. Good luck!

Michele S. Green, MD · Answer

Without a photo, it is difficult to tell what the bumps are. It is possible that the "bumps" are the hair follicles. I would suggest following up with your treating physician for an examination. Good Luck! Best, Dr. Green

Used hair laser on my tattoo now it's left a bumpy surface. Will it heal?

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Used hair laser on my tattoo now it's left a bumpy surface. Will it heal?

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