Abstract
Sarcoidosis is an uncommon granulomatous inflammatory disease of unknown aetiology, which may affect multiple organ systems. A peculiar form of cutaneous sarcoidosis is represented by the occurrence of sarcoidal lesions on traumatized skin sites by tattooing. Currently, the use of cosmetic lip tattooing is on the rise. With the increasing prevalence of lip tattoo, there is also an increased risk of adverse effects. The purpose of the present study is to review of the English-language literature regarding the risk of developing adverse effects such as sarcoidosis caused by cosmetic lip tattooing, and thus guide physicians in their approach to these patients. Although the mechanism of tattoo-associated sarcoidosis is not definitively known, sarcoidosis is believed to result from a complex interaction between host, genetic and environmental factors leading to a dysimmune response. The clinical and histopathological examination along with a detailed history about this condition is very important to management of patients with sarcoid type of granuloma formation secondary to lip tattoo procedure.
Publisher
Publishing House Young Scientist