How your dermatologist in Royal Oak, MI, can help you get rid of skin tags
Skin tags can be embarrassing and unsightly. They are not cancerous, and they are not painful, unless they become irritated from rubbing against clothing. Fortunately, your dermatologist is an expert at removing skin tags. Dr. O’Neal Koger Jr. at Koger Dermatology in Royal Oak, MI, provides comprehensive skincare treatments and services, including removal of skin tags.
Skin tags look like a small pendant of tissue and are usually only 1 to 5 millimeters in size. They are caused by one area of skin rubbing up against another area of skin.
They are often found in folds of tissue around your:
- Armpits
- Eyelids
- Neck
- Thighs
- Groin
- Breasts
- Genital area
Skin tags can resemble other skin conditions including warts, moles, skin cancer, or skin diseases.
There are a few over-the-counter products used to remove skin tags, but these have been known to cause heavy bleeding, infection, skin damage, and scarring.
Skin tags typically don’t need treatment unless they are in an obvious area and make you self-conscious. You should also consider skin tag removal if your skin tags are irritated, inflamed, or bleeding.
If you decide to remove skin tags, it’s best to seek out the services of your dermatologist for professional treatment. Your dermatologist may recommend:
- Freezing with liquid nitrogen
- Heating and burning off the skin tag
- Shaving with an instrument
There are some steps you can take to help prevent the formation of skin tags. It’s helpful to:
- Keep your weight under control
- Exercise at least 30 minutes on most days of the week
- Avoid wearing clothing or jewelry that rubs against your skin
Skin tags are usually nothing to worry about, but it’s better to be safe and visit your dermatologist. To learn more about skin tags and skin tag removal, call Dr. O’Neal Koger Jr. at Koger Dermatology in Royal Oak, MI. You can reach him in the office by calling (248) 435-6622, so call today.