Title of article :
A case of verru plana on tattoo
Author/Authors :
Karadag, Ayse Serap Istanbul Medeniyet University - Faculty of Medicine, Goztepe Research and Training Hospital - Department of Dermatology, Turkey , Bilgili, Serap Gunes Yuzuncu Yil University - Faculty of Medicine - Department of Dermatology, Turkey , Onder, Sevda Yuzuncu Yil University - Faculty of Medicine - Department of Dermatology, Turkey , Kosem, Mustafa Yüzuuncü Yil University - Faculty of Medicine - Department of Pathology, Turkey
Abstract :
Tattoo is a popular cosmetic decoration, however several different tattoo-induced complication have been described. Several tattoo related cutaneous reactions such as allergic, granulomatous, lichenoid reactions, and infections have been reported. A 20 year-old male presented with multiple papules on the dragon shaped tattoo. The clinical and histopathological assessments were consistent with verrucas. Tattoo has become increasingly popular among young people. People interested in tattoos should be informed on its related infections and complications during and following tattooing. Herein, we present this rare tattoo induced verru plane to point out tattoo related complications and its treatments.
Keywords :
Tattoo , Verrucas , Infections
Journal title :
Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association (Centre) JPMA
Journal title :
Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association (Centre) JPMA
