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A member asked:
Do skin tags grow back if they are torn off? i have bad insurance so will do my own
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Skin Tags: It is advisable to first verify with your dermatologist that what you want to remove is indeed a harmless skin tag and not something more serious. If a skin tag is removed properly, it will not grow back. If it is removed improperly, it can either grow back or cause scarring.
Answered 3/22/2013
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Depends: It really depends upon exactly what the "tags" are. Granulomas will grow back if not removed properly, for example. Better have a professional safely take care of it.
Answered 3/3/2018
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