Skin Tags

Skin Tags

Skin tags are benign, noncancerous, tumors of the skin. They consist of a core of fibers and ducts, nerve cells, fat cells, and a covering or epidermis.

They may appear on the:
⦁ Eyelids
⦁ Armpits
⦁ Under the breasts
⦁ Groin
⦁ Upper chest
⦁ Neck

They often go unnoticed, unless they are in a prominent place or are repeatedly rubbed or scratched, for example, by clothing, jewelry, or when shaving.

Some people may have skin tags and never notice them. In some cases, they rub off or fall off painlessly. Very large skin tags may burst under pressure.

The surface of skin tags may be smooth or irregular in appearance. They are often raised from the surface of the skin on fleshy peduncles, or stalks. They are usually flesh-colored or slightly brownish.

Skin tags start small, flattened like a pinhead bump. Some stay small, and some grow bigger. They can range in diameter from 2 millimeters to 1 centimeter, and some may reach 5cm.

​​​​​​​Treatment

As skin tags are usually harmless, removal is normally for aesthetic or cosmetic reasons.

Large skin tags, especially in areas where they may rub against something, such as clothing, jewelry or skin, may be removed due to irritation.

Removing a large skin tag from the face or under the arms can make shaving easier.

Dr. Paracha will numb the skin around the base of the skin tag and remove the tag. Recovery is quick.

If you have skin tags that are bothering you for cosmetic reasons or make daily activities like shaving difficult please call us for a consultation.

Removing a skin tag at home is not normally recommended, due to a risk of bleeding and possible infection.