Tattoo removal aftercare: I had tattoo removal and large blisters showed.

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I got sent to the medical doctor, he immediately popped them and cleaned it, then dressed it up. Question will this affect the removal? reasons not to pop the blisters is to protect the wound from infection. he popped it in a sterile environment and dressed it up.. also i read to let the area have as much open air as possible, but i was told by the doctor to let the dressing stay and it would heal much faster. I am seriously at loss now.

Anil R. Shah, MD · Answer

Hello, Tattoo removal can result in either scarring or ghosting.  Here are some tips:
Faster pulse second technology like pico second is a better technology than nano for scarring. Experience can help patients.  Oversight from an experienced physician (best if plastic, facial plastic or dermatology) will likely result in safer outcomes.Stay out of the sun— sunlight can be harmful to healing in after any laser procedureAvoid infections- This means keep your tattoo area clean (i.e. don’t garden right after a tattoo removal on your arm, etc), don’t pick scabs or blisters if they occur.  Follow our post procedure instructions.  Avoid swimming for 48 hours as water can infect the treated areas.Allow healing between treatment sessions- typically 4-8 weeksBe healthy- while the tattoo laser breaks up the tattoo particles, your body will actually eliminate the particles in one of 3 ways.  being healthy will help achieve this process faster and allow for consistent healingBest, 
Anil Shah

Bernard Tan, MBBS, MRCSB · Answer

hi!
blisters are commonly encountered immediately after laser tattoo removal
deroofing the blister in a sterile fashion is the typical treatment
should not affect future treatment or results

Michelle Ellern, DO · Answer

If this happens again do not open the blister! The fluid in the blister is sterile and it is protecting the injured skin underneath. If the pressure is getting to much the fluid can be drained with a needle and a pressure bandage applied. It is not uncommon to have  a blister after tattoo removal and doesn't mean you had a bad treatment. Continue to keep it moist and covered.  Follow up with your treating physician with any signs of infection.

Brian Citro, MD · Answer

Blisters are common after laser treatment for tattoo removal. You don't have to pop the blisters. Some blisters can be problems though so it becomes easier to pop them. There is nothing wrong with popping them, just make sure you wash the area daily with soap and water and apply ointment (Aquaphor, neosporin, A&D, etc.) two to three times a day to keep the area moist and protected. It won't get infected and it will heal just fine and there will be no problem with the tattoo removal.

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