SKIN TAGS
Safe, Quick Removal of Benign Skin Growths
At Signature Skin, Dr. Shantanu Choudhary and Dr. Swati Mogra diagnose and safely remove skin tags, common benign growths that develop where skin rubs against skin or clothing. Removal by a dermatologist keeps scarring minimal and confirms that the growth is genuinely a harmless skin tag before treatment begins.
Understanding Skin Tags
Skin tags, medically called acrochordons, are small, soft flaps of skin, usually flesh-colored or slightly darker, that hang from a thin stalk. They commonly appear on the neck, armpits, groin, eyelids, and under the breasts, areas where friction is common. Skin tags become more frequent with age and are also linked to pregnancy, being overweight, and insulin resistance. They are not contagious and not cancerous, though they can catch on jewelry or clothing and cause irritation.
When to See a Dermatologist
Most skin tags need no treatment unless they are bothersome. A dermatologist visit is worthwhile to confirm a growth is truly a skin tag and not a mole, wart, or other lesion that needs a different approach, and to remove tags that are repeatedly irritated, catching on clothing or jewelry, or a cosmetic concern.
Our Removal Options
Snip Excision: Quick removal with fine surgical scissors, well suited to most skin tags.
Cryotherapy: Freezing the skin tag with liquid nitrogen so it dries up and falls off within days.
Cauterization: Using heat to remove the skin tag and seal the area at the same time, minimizing bleeding.
Radiofrequency Ablation: A precise option for delicate areas such as the eyelids, offering minimal downtime and a clean cosmetic result.
Our Approach
Accurate Assessment: We examine each growth to confirm it is a skin tag before recommending removal.
Method Matched to Location: The removal technique is chosen based on the size, location, and number of skin tags, and patient preference.
Minimal Downtime: Most removal procedures are completed in a single short visit with little to no recovery time.
Aftercare Guidance: Simple instructions to keep the area clean and support quick healing.
If you have a skin tag that is irritating, growing, or a cosmetic concern, book a consultation with our dermatology team in Jaipur for safe, quick removal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What causes Skin Tags?
Skin tags are small, soft growths that commonly form in areas of friction like the neck, underarms, and eyelids. They are benign and more common with age and in skin folds.
Q. Is Skin Tag removal painful?
Removal is typically quick and well-tolerated, performed under local anesthesia or numbing when needed, using methods like snipping, cauterization, or cryotherapy depending on size.
Q. Do Skin Tags grow back after removal?
The removed tag itself won't return, though new tags can form elsewhere over time, particularly in the same friction-prone areas.