Question 1

what is the best treatment for skin tags?

Accepted Answer

Ignore or...: Skin tags are usually benign, but some times annoying growths on the body. Being medially harmless, they can be left alone. If bothersome can be removed by a dermatologist or plastic surgeon.

Question 2

treatment for skin tags on the tongue?

Accepted Answer

Tongue Tissue Tags: Tissue tags are common on the tongue. Scalloping of the border of the tongue often matches the grooves between the teeth. Unless there is trauma during chewing, no treatment is needed. But if this is a problem a dds may be able to smooth sharp teeth or an oral surgeon sometimes needs to be consulted.

Question 3

i have skin tags around my bottom, .too embarrassed to go to an office and spread my bottom . any home treatments?

Accepted Answer

No: Examination is necessary to identify the nature of the condition and offer appropriate treatment.

Question 4

my 1month old baby is having skin tag on left nostril, 
hence little baby  for removal & care, what treatment should be?
worried about it please suggest

Accepted Answer

Skin tag: Speak to your pediatrician and see a dermatologist if you must have it removed for cosmetic reasons, do not try anything over the counter for it.

Question 5

best treatment for painful skin tag under tongue?

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See a dentist: How long has it been there? See a dentist, especially if it has been there for more than two weeks. Good luck.

Question 6

i was diagnosed with an anal fisher 3 weeks ago. treatment plan was warm baths, anti biotics, and hydrocortisone suppositories. bleeding and pain has pretty much went away but i noticed a pink almost like a skin tag growth. is this normal and will it go a

Accepted Answer

? sentinel tag: First congrats that the pain and bleeding from the anal fissure are gone. Sentinel tag/pile can sometimes occur at the end of the anal fissure, common, it might stay though, at times it is surgically removed, keep taking your medicine as prescribed and follow your doctor's advice, s/he would advise you better after examining you, goodluck,

Question 7

will removing skin tags cause more to grow? i have skin tags on my armpit, and they don't bother me, but i'm afraid they will grow and get in the way when i shave. i want to do something to shrink or remove them. is the removal process permanent?

Accepted Answer

It : It is permanent, but more will grow.

Question 8

what specialist should one see for exam and removal of skin tags around anus? dermatologist, proctologist or other?

Accepted Answer

Many options: It  sort of depends how many your have and how big they are.  Many times a gynecologist could also deal with these, and often they can be treated in the office with local anesthesia and a simple snip of a scissors.  Like so many things in medicine, one look is worth a thousand words, and you'll have to have a experienced doctor look at them to give you a good answer.

Question 9

after removal of anal skin tags will olive oil on cotton wool on the area promote healing and soothe soreness..

Accepted Answer

Absolutely: I am a proponent of olive oil. This is a soothing oil and should be helpful.

Question 10

how do i treat skin tags ?

Accepted Answer

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

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I have skin tags around my bottom, .too embarrassed to go to an office and spread my bottom . any home treatments?

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My 1month old baby is having skin tag on left nostril, hence little baby for removal & care, what treatment should be? worried about it please suggest

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Best treatment for painful skin tag under tongue?

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I was diagnosed with an anal fisher 3 weeks ago. treatment plan was warm baths, anti biotics, and hydrocortisone suppositories. bleeding and pain has pretty much went away but i noticed a pink almost like a skin tag growth. is this normal and will it go a

A member asked:

Will removing skin tags cause more to grow? i have skin tags on my armpit, and they don't bother me, but i'm afraid they will grow and get in the way when i shave. i want to do something to shrink or remove them. is the removal process permanent?

A member asked:

What specialist should one see for exam and removal of skin tags around anus? dermatologist, proctologist or other?

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After removal of anal skin tags will olive oil on cotton wool on the area promote healing and soothe soreness..

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How do i treat skin tags ?

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