Skin Tags & Warts

What are Skin Tags & Warts?

• Skin Tags
  • Small, soft, skin-colored growths that hang off the skin.
  • They are benign (non-cancerous) and often appear on areas of friction, like the neck, armpits, or groin.
  • Common in adults and those with diabetes or obesity.
  • Painless, soft, and flesh-colored.
  • Typically small, but may grow larger over time.
  • Found on the neck, eyelids, underarms, or groin.
  • Usually asymptomatic unless irritated by clothing or jewelry.
  • Can bleed if rubbed or twisted.
• Warts
  • Small, rough, hard growths caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV).
  • Contagious and can spread through direct contact.
  • Different types include common warts, plantar warts (on feet), flat warts, and genital warts.
  • Can be painful, especially plantar warts (on the feet).
  • Appear on hands, feet, face, or genitals.
  • Flat warts are smooth and often occur in clusters.
  • Genital warts may cause itching or discomfort in intimate areas.

Skin Tags & Warts Treatment:

For Skin Tags:

• Excision: Cutting off the tag using sterile tools.
• Cauterization: Burning the tag off with a radio frequency cautery.

For Warts:

• Electrosurgery: Burning the wart off.

Treatment Outcome:

• For Skin Tags:
  • Immediate removal with minimal discomfort.
  • Slight redness or scabbing, which heals in a few days.
• For Warts:
  • Warts may take a few sessions to completely disappear, depending on their size and location.
  • Recurrence is possible if the HPV virus remains active.

Key Takeaway for Patients

Skin tags and warts are common and treatable conditions. Early treatment can prevent discomfort and further spreading of warts. Consult a Best dermatologist’s in Thane for safe and effective removal, and follow aftercare instructions to minimize risks and complications.