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Posted on: 07/02/2007
Question
my tattoo looks bruised around the outside of some parts.. does that mean it is infected?
Answer
Not necessarily, but this is something that is probably better looked at than described. Infection is usually red, swollen, and hot, but if this is a new tattoo, it can be hard to tell. Keep doing what the parlor told you to do and have it looked at if there is any question. Remember not to touch it, swim in public pools, or expose it to sunshine.