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There are millions of people who have skin tags. These common, benign skin growths are not dangerous but can be unappealing and bothersome for people, especially if they are in a highly visible area.
Skin tags range in size and colour and often grow in skin folds, most commonly on the neck, armpits, or around the eyes. They can also appear on the nipples or testicles.
Skin tags are commonly caused by the friction that is created when skin rubs against skin.
There are several methods we use to remove skin tags safely and effectively. In most cases, determining the method used is a matter of preference by the patient.
Liquid nitrogen can be used to freeze off a skin tag. Patients will feel a mild stinging sensation when it is applied to the tag. After the procedure, the tag will darken and fall off within a week or two.
Larger skin tags are often removed by cutting. The area is numbed before the doctor uses a scalpel to slice off the skin tag. Bleeding is minimal, depending on the size of the skin tag.
We may also cauterize the skin tag with an electrical current to burn off the tag. Cauterization leaves a scab that will fall off after a few weeks.
After removing a skin tag, there’s a low probability that a new one will return in the same place, although we can’t predict the growth of new ones. Many patients will return every couple of years for the removal of new skin tags. Call us today to learn about skin tag removal if you are in the Hamilton, Ontario area. Call (905) 524-1712.
Dr. Rahul Shukla is a modern dermatologist staying in line with the advancements in the field by being a member in numerous associations. He obtained a Bachelor of Science degree from Brock University, and later attended medical school at McMaster University, and completed dermatology residency at University of Toronto. He is Board-certified in dermatology, in both Canada and in the United States.
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