Skin Tags: Understanding What They Are and How They Form

There are many different skin conditions and problems that can have short- or long-term effects. Skin tags are one of these skin problems. The American Osteopathic College of Dermatology estimates that more than half of individuals have skin tags, which are flesh-colored skin growths. It makes it very clear that it is a widespread problem. Although they are harmless, they can be unsightly. That is why people who encounter them, prefer to get rid of them. Here we will discuss the causes of skin tags and ways to remove them.

Difference between warts and skin tags

1. Warts are rougher with an uneven surface than skin tags, which are soft and smooth.
2. Warts are often flat or slightly raised, while skin tags are wrinkled and cling to the skin.
3. Unlike skin tags, warts can cause unexpected breakouts or clusters of growths, which are not contagious.
4. Unlike warts, skin tags often do not cause pain or inflammation.
   

Why do skin tags happen?
"Skin tags are made up of loose collagen proteins and are surrounded by blood vessels," Dr. According to Sonakshi. Most of the time, they cause no symptoms and are painless. However, if they rub on jewelry and clothing, they can bleed and become sore. It is advisable to check with your doctor as they claimed that it is the first stage of the tumor. However, they are not cancerous and do not become cancerous if left untreated.

Here's who can develop skin tags:

1. Skin tags can appear on both males and females.
2. They usually affect older people.
3. Those who are obese.
4. People who have type 2 diabetes.
5. Due to changes in their hormone levels, pregnant women are more likely to develop skin tags.
   

Here are treatment options for skin tags:

1. Skin tags can be removed using a cryosurgery technique by freezing the skin.

2. Skin tags can be removed by electrocautery or cauterization, which uses heat to burn the tissue.

3. It can also be removed by cutting with a scalpel or a pair of scissors.

These are simple surgical procedures that result in minimal discomfort, minimal recovery time, and minimal scarring. The advantage of surgical removal is that the skin tags are completely removed, although there is a chance of minor bleeding.