Newswise — ROSEMONT, Ill. (July 9, 2024) — Just in time for National Tattoo Day on July 17, the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology (JAAD) published a new article on tattoo complications. With the increasing popularity of tattoos, board-certified dermatologists, the hair, skin, and nail experts, can help individuals considering tattoos understand the potential risks or complications.
Some key findings from the article:
- In the US, 24% of individuals report having a tattoo.
- Tattoo pigment can hide signs of potential skin cancer, presenting a challenge in early-diagnosis. When diagnosed early, skin cancer is highly treatable.
- Most common medical complications: allergic reactions to the pigment and infections caused by poor hygiene during or after the tattooing process.
- Most common non-medical complications: regret or dissatisfaction with the chosen design(s) or quality.
Dr. Deborah S. Sarnoff, MD, FAAD, co-author of the new article, would be a wonderful expert to chat with—let’s find some time.
*Working on another skin, hair, or nail story and need a board-certified dermatologist to weigh in? We'd be happy to connect you with the right expert for your piece.
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