I've currently got my foot up in the air and hoping it will go down soon! No real pain, a little redness and tenderness. https://hushanesthetic.com/blogs/community/tattoo-aftercare-dos-donts, https://midlifemate.com/index.php/2015/09/23/feet-and-ankle-swelling-after-leg-tattoo/. Hopefully it doesn't get worse, but precautions are always good!xx. Is that normal? All of this can be part of your normal healing process. I just realized my ankle is super swollen, though it doesn't hurt to walk. I was really going mad and thinking if there was something wrong with my leg. I finished my leg piece this past Sunday and this time the swelling was more then the last but as you said normal. The tattoo location Generally speaking, certain body parts are more likely to swell for various reasons and if you chose them for your new tat, swelling should be expected. Thank you very much for this. While we do connect people with vetted, board-certified doctors, we dont provide medical consultations, diagnosis, or advice. Make sure you're relaxing it as much as possible as the cramping is from the muscle. It is dress weather finally and don't need to sport cankles. Took her 3 1/2 hours on this tattooso, like I said, hoping its just a little irritation and muscle soreness from tensing up etc. As a result, you will notice your tattoo appearing raised, as well as forming a crust or scabs. How long do thigh tattoos stay swollen? - Healthy Bite Guide I also had this happen while working on my 1/2 sleeve, particularly the inside of the upper arm. The swelling has in fact reduce, my ankle's still a bit swollen but reading the blog really helped me alot. If you're concerned, op back to your tattooists and ask their opinion, or if that isn't possible ask to see you GP. After all it's not that bad for a 7 hour tattoo. Tattoo Healing Process: Steps, Aftercare, and Precautions - Healthline My legs are really small, so i almost panicked when i noticed the swelling going up instead of down. Your new tattoo will be bandaged for the first few hours, after which it's considered an open wound. You get the same feeling with a swollen leg tattoo. Looks fully swollen. How Long Will My Arm Be Swollen After Getting A New Tattoo? I got a shin/calf tattoo took 5 hours with alot of detail. I showed someone last night and he said, dude go to hospital. This skin is sloughing off as the body's natural response to what it perceives as injury. Healing time is generally three weeks, but will vary for each patient. If any of these side effects haven't subsided after four or five days, or if they did subside but then became worse, it might be time to see a doctor. Like a pregnant lady, you should keep off your feet as much as possible and elevate the foot/leg in question. Make sure you're following all the normal guidelines for tattoo aftercare, and if you're still worried, or it gets worse, please see your GP. A good 15-20 minutes should help alleviate some of the pressure. After the 30 minutes, apply a warm washcloth to allow the blood to flow normally again. Personally I would pop along to your GP so they can take a look as after 8 days it shouldn't really be painful or red, but I'm not a medical professional, just going off experience from others and myself. Oh my, I've never experienced cramping with a tattoo before!! Bless you. I took a picture and that's when I noticed my whole lower leg was actually swollen. It's not awfully swollen just enough to make me worry. Do let me know how it goes though! xx, Thank you SO much for this. Aquaphor is a commonly recommended part of a tattoo aftercare regimen It has hydrating and anti-inflammatory properties that can speed healing and make the process more comfortable. 3. Got a tattoo on my lower leg. I feel much more comfortable knowing that it's nothing that serious to worry about. Yes patience is certainly key! The tattoo healed up great, but I've been experiencing a little bit of. The pain is gone, no itching yet but calf is swollen where you can see ink separation. 2day of full calf tattoo and calf to toes are blown up. No infection present but he believes I am having a reaction to the ink. Mine goes all round my ankle, so yeah my lower leg is all twice the size and the skins taut. An elevated foot whilst you sleep is also recommended, especially if you want to be able to get up the next morning with some feeling in your lower leg. Glad I could reassure you. It's only been a day but my last tattoo on my ankle didn't swell. I Google and like you all I got was pregnancy advice till I saw your post. I woke up this morning to my right foot and ankle being the size of a basketball. Tattoo Infection: Signs, Causes, Treatment & Prevention - Cleveland Clinic Swelling can be normal after laser tattoo removal treatment. This time on my left shin I did and I was beginning to freak out a little. I will now start to use your tips hopefully swelling will be gone soon. Thanks for this post. For both, ladies and gentlemen, avoid wearing jeans and pants (with tight waistband) , for tattoos placed on hips, gluteus area, thighs, intimate area, lower abdomen, lower or middle back. A lot of tattoo artists recommend sleeping with the wrap that was put on Others recommend re-wrapping, or just applying healing ointment and keeping the tattoo clean. Is It Normal For Your Ankle To Swell After A Tattoo? If any of you are having that problem, this might help. Tattoo bubbling is what happens when scabs become too wet This begins when you dont fully dry off your tattoo after showering, and scabs become saturated with water. But after 3 days, it'd just swollen and itchy! Try to have it elevated when you don't have to be stood up and some ibuprofen should help ease the pain and swelling when you do have. I found your post reassuring. Keep it cool and clean. Yes thank you! Whew! If youre getting some new ink, or have just gotten a tattoo, you may want to consider using Aquaphor. Edema - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic And thank God I found your blog post. Try laying down for a few hours, elevate the tattoo above your heart (if possible), take an anti-inflammatory such as Advil, cover the tattoo bandage with something like a CLEAN t-shirt or hand towel, and apply an ice-pack. I had a cover-up done on Saturday on my lower outside right calf that took about 3 hrs to complete, with alot of shading. How To Reduce Tattoo Swelling On The Arm? Symptoms of a tattoo infection include: a rash . Might just need some extra time. Many people need to be on these drugs for up to six weeks. Inside of my ankle on Saturday ( it's Tuesday). You should only worry if the swelling doesn't go down after a week, or of the skin around your tattoo . At first I panicked, then s a t down and elevated my foot. I turned to google for a bit of reassurance and found this post. Do u want guys to see it?? Hope this helpsRach, Thanks for this article it's been a great help!!! Wear clean socks & shoes just like you normally would, and wash the tattoo after you take them off. My tattoo guy better thank his lucky stars I don't have his cell number or he'd've been inundated with calls this morning. xx, Yeah I got some aquaphor and bacitraycin, just been trying to put that on there as often as I can, this morning it is still rather sore, not looking forward to going into work today! So I guess I will elevate my foot and pop an ibuprofen. I really appreciate your efforts and I will be waiting for your further post thanks once again. Or it might indicate a more serious condition. Like i feel like it is tighting and i eork everyday for 5 hours??? My skin is so tight where my tattoo is from swelling and I now have a big kankle.. xx. It would be nice to have some days off work though.Thank you again! How Long Does It Take a Tattoo to Fully Heal? - Healthline Cheers! It's most likely the dense shading creating the tight feeling as the tattoo turns into a scab as part of the healing process. That's exactly what it feels like. I bruise easily on the left leg and have been telling myself this, my tattoo is outlined with a hickey looking ring. I haven't been able to elevate it 'cause I've been watching 4 kids. Though it breathes it was simply too tight and abrasive. Yeah I would say just elevate, rest and get some ibuprofen. Great advice Rachel xxx. No tight clothing in the area. Been going crazy trying to figure out why it got so big and heavy. I had gotten 2 tattoos on my lower right leg, front and back, fairly large. I have several very small tattoos and on Thursday got one that covers the back of my right calf. You can face swelling on your new tattoo for one day or even 5-6 days. For the first time, within 524 hours of getting it. I had quite a bit of edema that lasted about 48 hours, then went away. Would the swelling go away? My husband was concerned about the redness, but I was thinking to myself that I did just get jabbed hundreds of thousands of times within two hours, my skin is probably not very happy. The artists at the shop were telling me that I will have trouble walking but I shrugged it off. Allergies to the . I elevate it and ice it when i can, and take anti inflammatory meds. Ankle lower leg swelling after getting calf tattoo - Google Groups It's work very softly. After you take that off, you can shower anytime But its important to use a mild, fragrance-free soap when you do shower or wash your new ink. Can finally put my fears to rest. All day we are very busy with many thing. Vulnerable Tattoo Location. You sure can ! Keep your tattoo exposed as much as possible for quicker healing. Some people just have a higher pigment in their skin tone so look redder for longer. I did not imagine how bad it would be. Some swelling occurs as an after-effect of receiving a tattoo, and since an ankle tattoo is located on an extremity -- the leg -- swelling can prove more of an issue than in other areas of the body. That went on for the rest of the week. Tattoo swelling after getting fresh tattoo is normal. Otherwise known as a tattoo blowout (via Healthline), an overworked tattoo is what happens when a tattoo causes scarring or when the tattoo ink goes past the dermis layer and reaches the hypodermis, per Demi Ink An effect of this is that the tattoo begins to look blurry, per Byrdie. Keep it elevated as much as possible and wear loose clothing around the area. It's such terrible pain! Im just really worried that something bad might happen to it because it's that long of a plane ride. . Just try to stick to the advice above but if the pain or swelling gets worse, rather than better please please see a doctor, just to be safe! During tattoos the back of knee, the edge of shin bone, and the ankle (front and side foot bone) were the most sensitive spots. Thank you so much for this post! Your first night sleeping, your artist might recommend you re-wrap the tattoo with plastic wrap (like Saran Wrap) to sleep without the tattoo sticking to your sheets This is generally for larger or solid-color tattoos. Day 4 after a huge lower leg cover up. Tight fitting clothes are pretty much a no-no when it comes to fresh tattoos. I knew it was because of my tattoo, I kept saying it over and over in my head but it still freaked me out. The pain I felt on day 1 can only be described as feeling like I'd broken my leg, and being on my feet for 10 hours a day was excruciating. But feels right and has started to ache. When to see a doctor. Gently wash your tattoo area twice a day with soap and water and gently pat dry before reapplying the antibacterial/Vaseline ointment. For that reason, and because the skin on your feet is quite thin, foot and even ankle tattoos are particularly prone to tattoo blowout and fading It takes quite a bit of skill and finesse to do a foot tattoo well, and some artists even refuse to do them. Gently wash the tattoo with antimicrobial soap and water and be sure to pat dry. But I wish someone would've warned me before hand lol, Thank you for reassuring me as SaVing me a trip to the ER, I had a pair of ankle socks on with a pair of wedge gym shoes, and I noticed my left ankle had a indent like a rubber band around my ankle and immediately took my sock off! And swelling and bruising is the healing process . Keep your tattoo covered, and don't stress over a bit of leg hair for a week . Do you want that in both legs? I got basically half of my lower I just got a tribal piece done about a week ago and it's a couple inches above my ankle. It's a tribal piece. Sore to the touch still just below my toes and outside edge of foot. Dear Gods bless you and I thank you sooo much I was worried and beginning to freak out lol. I work at a school so on my feet for most of the day which I'm sure is not helping the swelling! It's an 8hr piece that the artist did in 4hrs. Thank ya doll, I'm so glad I could help. Thankyou, THANK YOU!!! It is best procedure to break up a large tattoo and treat over a couple of visits, particularly those in an extremity (arm or leg) and those that circumnavigate the limb. and the same thing has happened to me. It's killing me it hurts so bad this is number 30 and number 11 by the same artists as this one. Saran wrap is a no-no And the tattoo shouldnt stay covered for too long. Thank you so much just had my tattoo three days ago drove 1300 miles my ankle is double the size and my leg is swollen was getting ready to go to the doctors thinking maybe something was wrong my tattoo is on the whole side and back of my calf . I hope being able to keep it elevated for the weekend helps cause i am back to watching kids next week. Thank you so much for your advise,i too am on blood thinners and was getting a lil scared with the oozing and such!!! x, I too am so glad I found this post.I had a calf tattoo and my ankle and foot is swollen.I was really worried but this has put my mind at rest xxx. It's not that uncommon. I'm on my feet all day. I have had several tattoos, but don't remember any swelling, although my new tattoo is quite large - I thought I might be getting an infection, but it is only my ankle and foot that are swelling and not the tattoo, so I wasn't sure until I read your article. Day 8 since my new foot tattoo. An elevated foot whilst you sleep is also recommended, especially if you want to be able to get up the next morning with some feeling in your lower leg. If the redness and swelling gets worse instead of clearing, see your GP for a second opinion. x, Thanks Rachel. You know that rush of blood feeling you get when you've cut the circulation to one of your feet by sitting on it too long? Glad you both found my post helpful!! So you want, you want the tattoo wrapped in a sterile bandage, something thats absorbent. This is my ninth tattoo and I've never experienced swelling or pain like this, but glad to know it's normal! Afterwards I've experienced a range of different things from sessions including pretty bad pain, difficulty walking, swelling, etc. Ice your foot, as you would if you sprained it. Like you said it is alot of trauma to the lower leg. I am still using bacitracin after washing to ward off infections. It makes sense I guess - thanks for the reassurance :), You are very welcome - glad to be able to help. But wasn't tender to touch or draining. I think my sock was too tight too esp bc I had to fold it down so as not to cover it. It put me at ease a bit. My left ankle was bit swollen 72 hours after my tattoo on my inner left calf. I know, tats at my age. Thank you so much for this! But, I cant not cover it because my jeans would rub it raw. I do feel a little better after reading your post , knowing that this is pretty normal. Thanx a lot. Swelling, redness, bruising, and pain are all normal for foot tattoos during the first few days. At least daily until its completely healed ideally twice-daily Each time your tattoo becomes contaminated with dirt or bacteria. Had my ankle tattoo Saturday. Posts may contain affiliate links, where I make a small commission on sales made through clicked through links. Do tattoos hurt? What it feels like, areas, pain relief, and more If after 5-7 days the lumps and bumps havent gone down, or are getting worse, it may be worth speaking to a doctor for their advice. Well the previous one was awful, had to get rid of it..anyway thanks for the advice, I'm now more at ease.. Ha ha love that you're still getting tattoos - never too old! I'm hoping it's from my work clothes rubbing up against it and I don't have to get it amputated. This blog has helped immensely. :) xx. x, Phew I had a large foot/ calf tattoo 2 days ago and initially I had a little swelling but I walked about a mile and my foot has ballooned i was starting to panic a little but thought I'll Google before i go running to the ER, so glad I came across your post it's reassured me and I feel a lot less worried , foot elevated as I type , thank you, I'm so glad to help. Just kind of tight and throbbing not really painful. What Swelling Means If you notice that your new tattoo has swelled up, it's normal to panic, especially if it's your first experience under the needle. But if was on my feet all day and flew a few hours. WOW! Very useful posts - thank you. 5 days out on my 2 1/2 hour calf tattoo, was getting worried. It might be a reaction to the ink. It is especially prevalent during the tattooing session and for the first few days or so afterwards. Apologies for the late reply. I just can't stop worrying about it. Omg man my leg ended up blowing up at work today lol my job is at a warehouse where I'm standing and walking 8-12 hours a day. my artist told me that i would swell a little bit but never would i have thought this much lol i has had a cover up down that goes from ankle bone almost to my knee.. needless to say my foot is fat and my ankle is no where to be found hehehe bt i asked him and he said all is normal and healing well.. we are on day 3 :) soo figers crossed that i will find my ankle and fit into my shoes again. It's pretty swollen and it's my second tattoo. Ps. I'm glad my post helped you. Sent multiple pictures at different angles so he could see the tattoo and my concerns. If it starts going red round the edges it may be infected. Working on leg sleeve (black plague theme) and swelling was pretty bad after walking 8 miles at work :(. I thought I may of injured it during dancing and did not realize. Is swelling normal? I had foot tattoo last fri at 3pm it has been very swollen I'm a nurse on feet a lot n have to wear socksthanks for this post it helped lots. After it is done oozing and once it is cleansed and left to dry, your tattoo starts forming a new skin layer. Swelling and pressure is a likely outcome from a large tattoo, and isn't something to worry about. And if you are reading this prior to having your tattoo, it is worth considering only having one leg/foot done at a time. lower right calf issues here, too. I am on day six of my healing process and now my foot and ankle is swollen below my tattoo on my calf is this normal, Thank you for this :) I had immense (and expected) swelling when I had my foot tattooed, but I just had a tattoo on my lower leg and was not expecting my foot to swell! But the swelling won't stop! Swelling around a new tattoo usually occurs due to the trauma that is caused to the skin as the tattooing needles continuously penetrate the same area of skin many thousands of times a minute during the tattooing process. The most effective method to Help the Swelling After a Tattoo x, I wish I had all these tips when I got mine on my thigh. Take care, Dr. Groff. Cant say I will ever get the back of my calf ever done again though! Its the size of my hand of a sailor jerry peacock. Thanks for the post! Thank you for easing my mind, I just got a sizable piece done on my left lower calf and the swelling was freaking me out, normally the Internet is all gloom and doom you are dying, this however made me comfortable knowing, thank you!!! Got a little nervous, but my mind is at ease. xx. Ice your foot, as you would if you sprained it. Needless to say elevation and rest are not happening :/. Thanks for the post. It is the bodies defence against the trauma you've just put it through. I recently got both legs (ankle area) inked and experiencing some swollen ankles. And it looks like you've had a lot done in a small area so I think it will still be swollen for a few days after. Sorry I can't be of more help. I laid cool cloths on it for 5 min and I now have it elevated and took some ibprophene. After a while I dont feel as much pain as before. Ty I was getting concerned thinking I needed to go to er for antibiotics. I agree totally with Dr. Kaplan. Icing your tattoo is an excellent way to speed up the healing process. Relieve from stress and many kind of pain massage is a good system. Do the above and you will be fine in no time. TATTOOS: First Tattoo: Tips on breaking your tattoo cherry. I have other tattoos and have never had this issue so im glad i found this so i can stop bugging my tattoo artist. Laser Tattoo Removal Aftercare Instructions - Vanishing Ink Tattoo Side Effects: Infections, Allergic Reactions, and Other - WebMD I can hardly walk it's been 5 days??? [ 1] However, if these symptoms persist or become severe, then you might be having an allergic reaction to the tattoo ink. I will say getting MM on my leg was worth it. Tattoo Body mod Fashion. But man. Thank you for your comment.They are always appreciated and always read. You probably don't have an infection so I wouldn't bother with antibiotics unless it gets really painful and red or starts to ooze. The swelling is an automatic healing response by your body as it sends more fluid and white blood cells to the area. Personally I think I'd see my GP if it is still going after 6 days as that doesn't seem normal to me. Tattoo swelling is one of the symptoms that may happen as the injury and the area around it being to heal.A swollen tattoo can bring about stress amongst unsuspecting people who didn't realize this may happen . For severe infections, intravenous (IV) antibiotics may be necessary. It's the first tattoo I've ever had trouble with x, I'm so glad this was the first article I read when I googled this subject! Don't get me wrong, I love my calf tattoo. The aquaphor or lubridrem was keeping it to soft for what I was doing and causing it to continue to seep the plasma. I have a desk job so I can't elevate it as much as I'd like - or as much as it needs to be - but I'm doing what I can. How To Reduce Tattoo Swelling And Redness? (Treatment)[2023] Allergic reactions. Ice will help if it swells up so to ease it when you land. And I'm very glad the swelling is starting to go down! It is not painful except immediately after getting up which means I have to sit for a few minutes before I can move about. This will help as you wont have to wear anything on your feet and the tattoo will be free to heal without any issues. God I can't wait until this passes. Saran wrap does not absorb the blood and other body fluids that come from a fresh tattoo. And you look like you have a nice family. Swollen for a few hours and then it settles. I wish I had read this before I went & got both foot done the same day . Then you apply too much ointment or lotion. I'm sure it will be fine. Lol x, Thanks for this thread! Woke up and my leg was swollen and could barely walk. Haha, Thank you for this. The tattoo process In addition to general tattoo care, you should work to control the swelling as much as possible.
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