Could saline tattoo removal cause hyperhidrosis? (photos)

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Recently I went through the process of getting treatment to remove my SMP Hairline Tattoo. The practitioner used a solution called UNDO which I believe is a Saline Solution. Went for 2 sessions and didn’t see any results but I started noticing that I would sweat significantly more only on the sections where my SMP Tattoo is. For context, I don’t sweat much. I’ve included pics of: - Immediately after procedure - 2 weeks after procedure(healed) - Excessive sweating only on the SMP

Anna Chacon, MD, FAAD · Answer

Hello,
Saline tattoo removal, such as the UNDO solution you mentioned, is generally considered a safe and non-invasive method to lighten or remove tattoos. However, it is uncommon for it to cause hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) in the treated area.

The increased sweating you are experiencing could potentially be due to a few factors:

Skin Irritation or Inflammation: The process of saline tattoo removal can cause temporary irritation or inflammation of the skin, which might lead to increased sweating as your body's response to heal and cool down the affected area.

Nervous System Response: Sometimes, the trauma from the procedure might temporarily affect the sweat glands in the treated area, leading to increased sweating.

Individual Variation: Personal physiological responses can vary greatly. What you are experiencing might be an uncommon but individual reaction to the treatment.

Given that the excessive sweating is localized to the treated area and you do not normally sweat much, it is advisable to monitor the condition. If the excessive sweating persists or worsens, I recommend consulting with a dermatologist to explore potential causes and appropriate treatments.

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