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Can I be getting an allergic reaction to laser tattoo removal? (Photo)

youstina0520Nov 19, 2018
I have been getting laser tattoo removal session for over 6 months. After my fifth session I began getting hives and a rash under and around my tattoo. I didn’t think too much of it and thought it maybe the Neosporin that I have been using. I discontinued using the Neosporin and my doctor gave me steroids to take for a few days. I let the hives and tatttoo site heal and went again for another session. This time it was even worse. Help?!? Could it be The laser sessions itself?

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Dr. Jean M. Casello, MD
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Answered on Nov 20, 2018
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