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What Is The Treatment For Pimple Like Bumps?
I got a tattoo four days ago. I ve been following all aftercare instructions. Yesterday I noticed red, pimple like bumps around my tattoo. Today, they spread up my arm from my forearm. Should I wait a few days before going to my doctor and considering staph? The bumps aren t large, but there are alot of them
Mon, 2 Nov 2020
Hello,
The symptoms seem to be related to a skin infection.I recommend to clean the are with hydrogen peroxide. I also suggest to cover it with an antibiotic cream such as Neosporin cream. I suggest to maintain the area clean.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
The symptoms seem to be related to a skin infection.I recommend to clean the are with hydrogen peroxide. I also suggest to cover it with an antibiotic cream such as Neosporin cream. I suggest to maintain the area clean.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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