Contraindications
It is not permitted to perform pigmentations on people under the following circumstances:
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Haemophilia
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Feverish infects / infectious diseases
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Hepatitis A, B, C, D, E, F
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Skin disorders in the respective treatment area
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HIV-positive
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Diseases of the immune system
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Keloid formation
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Epilepsy
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Severe cardiovascular problems
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Allergies
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Diabetes II
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Conjunctivitis (contraindicated for pigmentation of eyeliners)
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Pregnancy or breastfeeding
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Under influence of alcohol or narcotics
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blood thinning/coagulation inhibiting drugs or drugs regarding menstruation problems
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Use of certain medication (consult the prescribing doctor)
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If there is the slightest doubt regarding the safety of the patient, the treatment must not be started or the
treatment has to be interrupted and the approval of a doctor is necessary
The treatment must immediately interrupted if:
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Excessive experience of pain
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Excessive leakage of wound fluid
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Unconsciousness/dizziness
Particular caution is necessary in the following cases:
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If the patient suffers from herpes simplex, a pigmentation of the lips usually causes herpes labialis (cold
sores). A prior consultation of a doctor (as well as a perspective prophylaxis) is recommended.
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Patients undergoing chemotherapy should not receive a pigmentation 4 weeks before and 4 weeks after
the therapy, as the pigments cannot be absorbed into the skin properly during this timeframe.
Pigments
Only dermatologically harmless pigments with ingredients that meet local regulations must be utilised. In
Germany the European resolution ResAP(2008) and the German tattooing regulation must be abided. In or-
der to prevent allergies caused by pigments the declaration of ingredients must be considered by all means.
Furthermore it must be ensured that the expiration dates are not exceeded and that the pigments are stored
properly.
Skin anaesthetic
If a skin anaesthetic has been applied, it must be wiped off before pigmentation. The patient must be observed
afterwards. Only a sterilised pen assigned for skin marks may be used to mark the skin.
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