Abstract
Tattoo reaction: Case series
Highlights
On ExaminationTattoos are defined as the intentional or accidental deposit of pigment into the skin
Inadvertent use of variety of dye materials in the tattoos has led to a spectrum of histological reactions
Cutaneous reactions to tattoos are uncommonly reported in literature
Summary
On ExaminationTattoos are defined as the intentional or accidental deposit of pigment into the skin. Cutaneous reactions to tattoos are uncommonly reported in literature. Biopsy was done and and the histopathological examination (Fig. 2) showed hyperkeratosis, acanthosis, hypergranulosis, and mild spongiosis in epidermis. Thirty two year old male presented with raised lesions over his left hand one month ago which appeared five days after he got a tattoo which was associated with itching.
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