Skin tags are also known as acrochordons. It is a benign skin condition that can be managed with various dermatological treatments. It appears in areas where the skin rubs or folds against itself like the neck, armpits, and eyelids, causing irritation. As per Dr. Rasya Dixit, who practices at Dr. Dixit Cosmetic Dermatology Clinic, Best Skin Clinic in Bangalore, skin tags are harmless and consist of collagen fibers, blood vessels, and a covering of skin. Genetic factors and hormonal imbalances during pregnancy may also lead to skin tags. It can be removed for cosmetic reasons instead of medical treatment as it causes discomfort. It includes cryotherapy, surgical excision, electrosurgery, ligation, laser treatment, and chemical application. It is advised to consult with renowned dermatologists for outstanding outcomes.
Here are a list of skin tag removal treatments:
- Cryotherapy: It is the most common dermatological method for removing skin tags. In this process, liquid nitrogen is used and applied to the skin tags. It makes the area freeze. It destroys the skin tag's cells by falling off naturally within a few days. It is a rapid, less invasive, easily tolerable, and mild stinging sensation during the process. It requires a single session for small to medium-sized skin tags, whereas, for large skin tags, it requires multiple sessions. It is highly effective and has a low risk of scarring.
- Surgical excision: It is the method to remove the skin tags with the use of a scalpel or scissors to cut off the growth. Primarily, dermatologists give anesthesia to numb the area for minimal discomfort. It is used for larger skin tags or those in sensitive areas. It is a fast, precise, and immediate outcome, allowing a low risk of recurrence performed by an experienced dermatologist.
- Electrosurgery: It is one of the methods of removing skin tags where high-frequency electrical energy is used. Skilled dermatologists apply electric currents directly to the skin tags and allow them to burn off. Dermatologists simultaneously seal the blood vessels to reduce the risk of excess bleeding. Anesthesia is given before performing the procedure. This procedure is quick and helps in reducing the risk of infection. It can apply to various skin tag sizes. Its healing process is very fast and allows low scarring.
- Ligation: In this method, blood supply is cut off with the help of a suture or surgical thread around the base of skin tags. This blocks the blood flow and makes it dry up, leading to falling off the skin tags within a few days. It is an effective process.
- Laser treatments: A concentrated beam of light is used to remove the skin tags. It targets directly the skin tags with a laser beam that vaporizes the growth. It is precise, quick, effective, less invasive, and has minimal scarring. For more details get in touch with Dr. Rasya Dixit, Skin Specialist In Bangalore.
- Chemical Treatment: Chemical treatment that involves chemicals such as trichloroacetic acid. This chemical is directly applied to the skin tags which helps in the break-down of skin tags and the fall off completely. It requires multiple sessions, like several days to weeks. It causes mild irritation or redness at the site area.
Skin tags are harmless but affect one’s look and cosmetics. For more details on their safe removal do consult Dr. Rasya Dixit, at Dr. Dixit Cosmetic Dermatology Clinic, Best Skin Clinic In Bangalore.
