should i get a tattoo or no o saturday - #16485

Hello dear See blisters takes 5-7 days for healing Complete healing takes 10-15 days So on the safer side avoid application of tatoo on Saturday or postpone it for 15 days to avoid post operative infection or irritation Hopefully iam clear with your query Regards

Hello Prince,

Good that you noticed and enquired about the sore.

🛑My advice is better POSTPONE the appointment.

Mostly,cold sores will take 7-14 days to heal. By Saturday it will almost certainly not be fully healed.

🛑 Getting a tattoo puts stress on your body and can delay healing or even trigger a worse outbreak.

Also , if the sore is spreading/ becomes painful , please consult a dermatologist in person or ask here and take antiviral medication

I trust this helps Feel free to talk Thank you

Hello Prince By going through your history and evaluation of your health status I must say that - 1. Healing Time:Cold sores typically take about 7-10 days to heal, but it can vary. If your appointment is on Saturday and the blister just appeared yesterday, it might not be fully healed by then. 2. Tattooing Over a Cold Sore:Tattooing over an active cold sore can lead to infection and may affect the tattoo’s appearance and healing. 3. Consult Your Tattoo Artist: It’s best to discuss this with your tattoo artist. They may have specific policies regarding tattooing over cold sores and can advise you on whether to reschedule.

Recommendation: If you can, it might be wise to postpone your tattoo appointment until the cold sore has completely healed. This way, you can ensure both your health and the quality of your tattoo.

Thank you

No—it will NOT be healed enough by Saturday. Reschedule to protect your health and the tattoo quality.

Hi Dear Prince, I can understand your concern If you have blisters and it just appeared get it healed first and then get your tattoo work done that would be ideal for you Take care

It’s generally advisable to postpone getting a tattoo while you have a fever blister or cold sore, particularly since a tattoo is a process that involves breaching the skin’s surface, which could introduce infection risk. While cold sores typically appear around the mouth and a tattoo might be on a different part of your body, it’s still best to avoid putting additional stress on your immune system. Immune function can be slightly compromised during viral outbreaks like cold sores, potentially complicating healing or increasing infection risks at the tattoo site. If the blister has completely resolved and healed by Saturday, the risks lessen, though the skin around the healed site might still be sensitive. Ensure full healing, which can take around 7 to 10 days, with all symptoms like blistering or scabbing resolved before proceeding. Since tattooing stresses the body and sick people cóuld underperform in healing, waiting until you’ve fully recovered is the safest option. Consultation with the artist might also be beneficial, as their policies may differ, and you can assess how comfortable and ready they are to proceed given your recent outbreak. It’s sensible to prioritize your health by managing the cold sore with antiviral treatments your physician may recommend. And, as always, d’iscuss with a healthcare provider if uncertainties about your health condition persist, to ensure that your decision is fully informed by medical advice.