EJMI. 2018; 2(1): 48-49 | DOI: 10.14744/ejmi.2017.24633

A Case of Contact Dermatitis and Cellulitis After a Second Temporary Henna Tattoo

Ozlem Uzum¹, Aslihan Arslan¹, Aylin Ozturk Meral², Merve Ezgi Cifci^3
1Departments of Pediatrics, Tepecik Training and Research Hospital, Izmir, Turkey, ²Department of Dermatology, Tepecik Training and Research Hospital, Izmir, Turkey, ³Department of Family Physician, Tepecik Training and Research Hospital, Izmir, Turkey

Temporary tattoos made with Indian henna have become very popular. As a result, reports of allergic contact dermatitis from a temporary henna tattoo have increased. Presently described is the case of a 15-year-old boy who developed contact dermatitis and cellulitis after receiving a second temporary henna tattoo. He was treated with local and systemic medication. There was persistent hyperpigmentation at the tattoo site 15 days after the application. Allergic contact dermatitis from temporary tattoos, especially PPD, is a growing problem worldwide. Cross-reaction to related compounds and permanent skin changes are a frequent consequence of sensitization to this significant allergen.

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Uzum O, Arslan A, Meral A, Cifci M. A Case of Contact Dermatitis and Cellulitis After a Second Temporary Henna Tattoo. EJMI. 2018; 2(1): 48-49

Corresponding Author: Ozlem Uzum

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