How To Treat An Infected Tattoo

Anti-Inflammatory Medication

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Anti-inflammatory medication is most commonly used to reduce pain, inflammation, and fever. With fever being a common side effect of a tattoo infection, it is important to use anti-inflammatories to tackle the symptoms before they get out of hand. Over-the-counter anti-inflammatories should suffice, but a doctor may prescribe a stronger dose depending on the severity of the infection. Using over the counter anti-inflammatories is not recommended long term. If an infection from a tattoo causes a fever for more than three days and pain for more than ten, consulting a doctor is the best choice.

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