What causes fever,raised heart beat and weakness after getting a tattoo?
Patient: I just had a 5 1/2 tattoo completed on my right shinbone.I am no stranger to tattoos, I have plenty. However, I feel very weak, shakey, and very sleepy. I am also running a fever. I don t remember the last time I ran a fever. I feel very weak and space. My heart is beating out of my chest. But I can t move.. what is happening? YYYY@YYYY (no R in southengirl1975@yahoo) Please help, Amy Weiss Doctor: HI, thanks for using healthcare magicFever, fatigue and weakness are symptoms of infection. This may or may not be related to your recent tattoo.If the tattoo area appears infected- warm, tender, increased redness, pain- then it is possible that there is a connected and antibiotic treatment may be neededIf there is no indication of infection in this area then the symptoms have another source.You may need to visit your doctor for an assessment and treatmentI hope this helps