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A 23-year-old male asked:

If skin tags are redundant growth of skin, do they have any relationship with cancerous cells?

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Dr. Donald Colantino
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Internal Medicine 63 years experience
Skin tags: True skin tags are benign growths and Don't morph into malignant growths as a rule. However, if you note any suspicious changes,it's best to have them examined by your Physician or dermatologist.
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