Tattoo

A tattoo is the deposition of exogenous pigment into the skin or the accidental entry of pigmented material. Accidental tattooing may occur after abrasion injuries introducing asphalt, graphite, or carbon into the injured skin. Rare iatrogenic tattoos have developed after the use of ferrous subsulfate solution (Monsel solution) for coagulation purposes. While traumatic tattoos are not rare, decorative tattoos are more common.

There are several causes of tattoo infections. If your tattoo technician (aka tattoo artist) is using unhygienic apparatuses with insanitary practices, the likelihood of you catching an infection is highly possible. Improper tattoo aftercare and allergic responses to the pigment used can be also the causes too