Tattoo Granuloma and Uveitis

Tattoo-associated uveitis

“…1 Similar cases of uveitis associated with tattoos have been described and in three cases the uveitis resolved after tattoo excision. [1][2][3] All cases initially required systemic immunosuppression to control the uveitis.…”

Systemic Sarcoidosis and Red Dye Granulomatous Tattoo Inflammation after Influenza Vaccination: A Case Report and Review of Literature

“…Although reactions to red, 7-16 purple, [17][18] green, 19 blue, [20][21][22][23][24] brown, 25 and black 16,[26][27][28] have been reported, mercuric sulfide (red pigment) is the most common irritant in tattoo hypersensitivity. 2,[7][8][9][10] Modern red pigment alternatives such as cadmium selenide (cadmium red), ferric hydrate (sienna/red ochre), and organic vegetable dyes such as brazilwood and sandalwood are still causing red dye hypersensitivities.…”

Tattoo reactions as a sign of sarcoidosis: Figure 1:

“…3 Alternatively, the systemic spread of the tattoo pigment could cause a reaction in other sites, simulating systemic sarcoidosis. 4 However, if other clinical features are present such as uveitis or pulmonary involvement, the possibility of systemic sarcoidosis should be considered.…”