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Is A Lump Under The Tattoo On Shoulder A Cause For Concern?
I noticed under my son s tatoo that he got two weeks ago on his right shoulder, that a lump formed under it a day or two ago. Its the size of a dime, under the skin. I thought it was an under the skin pimple but it isn t. Can you help me and tell me what it is?
Mon, 1 Jun 2020
Hello,
If it hurts it is probably an infection after the tattoo. If not it is probably not serious, but could be evaluated using an ultrasound.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Anders Mark Christensen
If it hurts it is probably an infection after the tattoo. If not it is probably not serious, but could be evaluated using an ultrasound.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Anders Mark Christensen
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