Tattoo scab itching may be a normal phenomenon after scabbing, may also be due to allergies, bacterial infections, etc., can be relieved by keeping the skin clean, follow the doctor’s instructions to use medication (such as hydrocortisone butyrate ointment, mometasone furoate cream) and other ways.
1. Normal phenomenon after the scab: tattoo scab, because the skin at the scab is in the healing state, the new growth of granulation tissue and connective tissue, etc., will cause stimulation to the surrounding receptors, can cause itching. Usually do not need special treatment, need to pay attention to keep the skin clean and dry.
2. Allergy: Some patients are allergic to the dye components of the tattoo, which can lead to itching allergy symptoms. Under the guidance of a doctor to use hydrocortisone butyrate ointment, mometasone furoate cream, etc., to play a certain anti-allergy and anti-itching effect.
3. Bacterial infection: In the process of tattooing, without paying attention to protection, it is easy to induce bacterial infection, resulting in inflammation of the skin and causing itching of the skin. Can use erythromycin ointment, mupirocin ointment and other drugs under the guidance of the doctor for treatment, with sterilization, anti-inflammatory, anti-itching effect, is conducive to the recovery of the condition.
Tattoo scab itchy situation, it is recommended to go to the regular hospital in a timely manner, under the guidance of the doctor standardized treatment. The above medication should be used in accordance with the doctor’s instructions, do not self-medication.