An infected tattoo can be serious. The area around your tattoo may be painful, swollen, red, and hot. You may see red streaks or pus at the tattoo site. You may have a fever. Or you may have swollen or tender lymph nodes.
It's important to take good care of your infection at home so it doesn't get worse.
Scratching chickenpox blisters can lead to skin infections, not to mention scarring. In rare cases, infected chickenpox lesions can lead to toxic shock syndrome.
Here are some tips to help prevent skin infections.
Or use light bandages over open blisters.
Look for soaps that are made for sensitive skin or are recommended for babies. You can also try a soap that contains oatmeal.
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