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Multiple Pigmented Macules As a Sequel of Cosmetic Lip Micro-Pigmentation: New Clinical Presentation of Tattoo Reactions Publisher Pubmed



Abtahinaeini B1 ; Shahmoradi Z2 ; Hadian M3 ; Niknami E4 ; Saffaei A5
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  1. 1. Skin Diseases and Leishmaniasis Research Center, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
  2. 2. Department of Dermatology, School of Medicine, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
  3. 3. Student Research Committee, School of Medicine, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
  4. 4. Student Research Committee, School of Pharmacy, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
  5. 5. Student Research Committee, Department of Clinical Pharmacy, School of Pharmacy, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran

Source: Nigerian Postgraduate Medical Journal Published:2019


Abstract

Cosmetic tattooing using micro-pigmentation has gained popularity in recent years. Tattoos can cause a broad range of clinical and psychosocial problems. Several medical complications may arise after tattooing. A 35-year-old female was referred with an 8-week history of grey-to-smoky hyperpigmentation of permanent makeup of lips and lip lines. Histopathological examination revealed lichenoid lymphocytic infiltrations in the dermis. Clinical and histopathological findings were compatible with the diagnosis of multiple pigmented macules as a sequel of cosmetic lip micro-pigmentation. Here, we report the first case of lichenoid-type tattoo reactions with new presentation as multiple asymptomatic pigmented macules after lip tattooing. The current report emphasises the requirement of a skin biopsy of all tattoo reactions. Considering the new component in the tattoo material, a dermatologist should be aware of the new clinical presentation of tattoo reactions that may occur. © 2019 Nigerian Postgraduate Medical Journal | Published by Wolters Kluwer - Medknow.
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