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Can A Tattoo Cause Staph Infection?

I had a staph infection incident almost two years ago, i didnt get it treated by a doctor but havent experienced anymore occurrences, I recently got a tattoo over one my my scars that was left behind and i am afraid that it may be infected again. The tattoo artist used proper sanitation methods but the area appears to be slightly raised.
Fri, 6 Jun 2014
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Hi and thank you so much for this query.

I am so sorry to hear about these worries about a possible infection. Each tie there is a break in the skin, the chances of having a staph infection are increased. During and after the procedure, enough care should be taken to avoid any possible infection. if these measures fail, then the infection has to be adequately addressed. if you think it is infected(red, swollen, tender, drains), please get it evaluated for appropriate diagnosis and treatment.

I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to ask for more information and clarification if need be and I will gladly respond to.
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Can A Tattoo Cause Staph Infection?

Hi and thank you so much for this query. I am so sorry to hear about these worries about a possible infection. Each tie there is a break in the skin, the chances of having a staph infection are increased. During and after the procedure, enough care should be taken to avoid any possible infection. if these measures fail, then the infection has to be adequately addressed. if you think it is infected(red, swollen, tender, drains), please get it evaluated for appropriate diagnosis and treatment. I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to ask for more information and clarification if need be and I will gladly respond to.