Skin tags are soft, noncancerous growths in skin folds like the neck, armpits, and eyelids. Common and generally harmless, they can be painful if caught by clothing or jewelry. If bothersome, there are home remedies, over-the-counter solutions, and surgical options for removal.
The exact cause of skin tags is unknown, but friction in skin folds may contribute. They consist of blood vessels and collagen covered by skin. Skin tags can also occur during pregnancy, possibly due to hormones and weight gain. Rarely, multiple tags might indicate a hormone imbalance or endocrine issue.
Infections and complications are rare with skin tag removal. Some people may develop a scar that fades over time. By Following the doctor's advice, including keeping the wound dry for 48 hours and then gently washing it with soap and water.
Warts and moles can look like skin tags, and since some moles may be cancerous, it's wise to have your skin tags checked by a doctor. A visual exam, in-person or via telehealth, can diagnose skin tags. If a tag appears unusual, a biopsy might be done to rule out any concerns.
Warts are non-cancerous skin growths caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), which affects the upper skin layer, typically through cuts or injuries. They can spread by touching the wart or items that have come into contact with it. Warts are commonly skin-colored and rough but can also appear dark (brown or gray-black), flat, and smooth.
Warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) and are more easily contracted through cuts or scrapes, where the areas frequently shaved, like the beard or legs, often develop warts. Warts can spread from one part of the body to another and from person to person through direct contact or contaminated objects, such as towels. It can take a few months for warts to become visible.
Warts typically appear on the fingers, around the nails, and on the backs of the hands. They are more likely to develop in areas where the skin is compromised, such as from nail-biting or picking at hangnails. These warts may have black dots that resemble seeds, often called "seed" warts, and usually feel like rough, raised bumps.
Typically appear on the soles of the feet and may form in clusters known as mosaic warts. They often grow flat or inward due to pressure from walking, which can make them feel like pebbles in your shoe and cause discomfort. They might also have black dots.
Flat warts have the following characteristics: They can appear anywhere on the body, with children commonly having them on the face, men in the beard area, and women on their legs. These warts are smaller and smoother compared to other types and often grow in clusters, ranging from 20 to 100 at a time.
Filiform warts have the following features: They resemble long threads or thin fingers protruding from the skin, frequently appear on the face around the mouth, eyes, and nose, and often grow rapidly.
Genital warts are a sexually transmitted infection STI that causes small bumps around the genitals and rectum, caused by certain HPV strains. There’s no cure for HPV, but treatments can remove the warts. You can still spread them through sex.
Warts often vanish on their own, especially in children, but may need treatment from a dermatologist if they persist, are painful, or numerous, with options varying by age, health, and type.
Over-the-counter (OTC) products: OTC wart removers like Compound wart removers use salicylic acid to dissolve warts. Available as liquids, gels, or patches, they may require daily use for months and work 50% to 70% of the time.
Cantharidin: A dermatologist may treat a wart by applying cantharidin, which creates a blister under the wart, allowing for its removal in a week.
Cryosurgery: For common warts in adults and older children, cryosurgery (freezing) is a common, minimally painful treatment that may cause dark spots on darker skin and often requires repeat sessions.
Electrosurgery and curettage: Electrosurgery (burning) and curettage (scraping) are effective for treating common, filiform, and foot warts, often used together, with the wart being scraped before or after burning.
Laser Therapy: Laser treatments burn off warts using a focused light beam and are usually used when other methods fail.
Excision: The doctor may remove the wart (excision).
Warts can recur or spread because the virus remains in the skin, so it's crucial to have a dermatologist treat new warts promptly to prevent them from appearing.
While most moles are harmless, your doctor may suggest removal if they appear suspicious or for cosmetic reasons, and the procedure is quick with minimal pain due to anesthesia, though some stinging or burning may occur afterward.
The mole may come back.
Excision is a common method for removing moles. The area is cleaned and numbed, then the surgeon uses a scalpel to cut out the mole and some surrounding skin if needed. They use forceps to lift out the mole, and bleeding is normal. The surgeon may apply pressure or use cauterization to stop the bleeding before stitching the area.
Shave excision is a method where your healthcare provider shaves the mole level with the skin, sometimes using cauterization to reduce scarring. It’s good for sample analysis and often yields satisfactory results, but it's less effective for examining deep tumor margins and may lead to a higher chance of the mole returning compared to surgical excision.
Removing a mole allows your doctor to check if it’s skin cancer. If cancer is detected, you can begin treatment right away, which can help prevent it from spreading.
The recovery period following mole removal typically spans 2 to 3 weeks, depending upon your overall health and the dimensions of the mole. Mild discomfort may be experienced, but you can maintain your daily activities.
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