Question 1

my wife had a purplish skin tag like bump on her scalp which popped when attempting to remove. bump had a "stalk" and was floppy. unsure if tick?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Skin tags don't pop when removed so consider seeing your health care provider to confirm if the tag was a tick.

Question 2

how do i treat skin tags ?

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Skin tags: Skin tags should be seen by a dermatologist or plastic surgeon who will discuss options on how to get rid of them.

Question 3

can skin tags be dangerous?

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No: Skin tags are benign, noncancerous growths that typically grow in folds of the body (neck, underarm, groin, under the breast).  They are not dangerous but can get rubbed and irritated.  If you are concerned about a growth on your body, you should see a dermatologist to make sure it is indeed a skin tag.  Sometimes other growths such as skin cancer can look like skin tags.

Question 4

how can i remove skin tags?

Accepted Answer

In all honesty...: ...I discourage people from doing this because of risk of bleeding, infections and scarring. That said, if you're going to do it anyway, clean the skin and a very sharp pair of small nail scissors with alcohol, and snip them off. Big ones can bleed quite a lot, so let your doc do those. An old folk remedy is to tie thread around them, but that seldom works. Otc "paint on" products are worthless.

Question 5

what causes skin tags to suddenly appear?

Accepted Answer

Skin tags: Skin tags (acrochordons) are benign skin growths that are somewhat familial (genetic) and tend to occur in skin folds. We see more as people age and, naturally, in overweight people because of the skin folds. Problematic ones are treated with simple excision under local anesthesia.

Question 6

is there a way to remove skin tags naturally?

Accepted Answer

Yes,but dont: Skin tags can easily be removed with a small sharp scissors, but since they bleed when removed cautery will be necessary to stop the bleeding. Tying string or over the counter chemical can work but may cause damage to the skin which result in possible scarring.

Question 7

what is the definition or description of: skin tags?

Accepted Answer

Skin tags: Skin tags (acrochordons)  are  soft  outpouchings of skin that may be caused by skin friction. They may grown  under the arms  or breasts &amp; on neck, upper chest or groin.

Question 8

are skin small skin tags normel have health anaxiety?

Accepted Answer

Elder skin lesions: Skin tags are normal  at the age of 73. Please have a whole body/skin check by a dermatologist, because you want to be sure

none of the lesions are malignant or  premalignant.

Question 9

how to treat skin tags quickly!?

Accepted Answer

Skin Tags: Skin Tags can usually be easily removed in the office with a sharp scissor after cleaning the area.  They generally do not bleed significantly.  If the skin tag is in a sensitive area (eyelid) or has a large base I will inject local anesthetic prior to removal.  Your doctor should be able to help.  It is a common request.

Question 10

what's the difference betweenof skin tags and genitaly warts?

Accepted Answer

Skin: Warts are an infection caused by human papilloma virus.  They are sharp, small and often found in clusters.  A skin tag is not microscopic, it is not sharp, is most often found in places with increase skin on skin friction or clothes on skin friction.

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My wife had a purplish skin tag like bump on her scalp which popped when attempting to remove. bump had a "stalk" and was floppy. unsure if tick?

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How can i remove skin tags?

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What causes skin tags to suddenly appear?

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Is there a way to remove skin tags naturally?

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What is the definition or description of: skin tags?

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