by Olivia Miller | Jul 14, 2024 | Health Care Why Is My Tattoo Infected? Excited about a new tattoo but worried about the redness, swelling, and pain you’re having? Consider getting medical help and learn the cause of the infection. You’ve been excited about your new tattoo for weeks, but now you’re worried. The skin around the tattoo is red, swollen, and painful to the touch. You thought it was just from the ...