Skin Tag Removal
At The York Skin Clinic we offer minor surgery to remove benign skin lesions. there are different types of surgical procedures that we offer, depending on the type of skin lesion you have. These options will be discussed with you at your consultation appointment.
What are skin tags?
Skin tags are benign growths that can develop in both men and women as they age. They can be skin-coloured or darker, with sizes ranging from 1 mm to 5 cm. Commonly, skin tags are found in areas where the skin folds, such as the neck, armpits, and groin. They tend to be more prevalent in individuals who are obese and those with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
These growths are composed of loosely arranged collagen fibers and blood vessels, encased by either thickened or thinned epidermis.
Why Do I Get Skin Tags?
The exact cause of skin tags remains unknown; however, several factors may contribute to their development, including:
Chafing and irritation from skin rubbing against each other
Elevated levels of growth factors, especially during pregnancy or in cases of acromegaly (gigantism)
Insulin resistance
Human papillomavirus Virus
Will Skin Tags Go Away?
Occasionally, skin tags may lose their blood supply and fall off on their own. However, if a skin tag becomes painful, starts to bleed, or feels uncomfortable, removal may be necessary.
How are skin tags removed ?
Cryotherapy
Surgical excision
Electrosurgery
BOOK YOUR CONSULTATION
You can either book for a skin lesion check and have removal following this, or book in for cryotherapy as a stand alone treatment, as the lesion will be checked as part of this appointment.