Skin tags\nare small growths that appear on your skin and look a bit like warts. They are\nalso known as acrochordon. Skin tags are normal and not harmful and can be\nremoved if they bother you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
They are\nusually less than 2mm in size, but they can grow much larger. They feel soft,\nand can be smooth and round, wrinkly and uneven, or look like a grain of rice.\nThey can be darker, sometimes dark blue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Skin tags\nare composed of collagen (a form of protein) and blood vessels surrounded by\nskin. They are typically located in the skin folds, for instance, in the\narmpits, groin, knees, eyelids, neck, or under the breasts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Skin tags do\nnot give pain unless they’re either pulled on or made worse. In comparison to\ngenital warts that appear flush against your skin, a short stalk connects skin\ntags to your skin. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Skin tags do\nnot bleed when you do not try to remove them but they may itch. Sometimes they\nappear in clusters or patterns on your skin. As it first appears you do not\nrecognize a skin tag, as they are sometimes the same color or only slightly\ndarker than your natural skin tone. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Occasionally,\na tag can fall off spontaneously without any pain or discomfort. This can\nhappen after the tag at the base of the stalk has twisted on itself,\ninterrupting the blood flow to the tag.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Causes<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The exact\ncause of skin tag is not clear, but they may develop when clusters of collagen\nand blood vessels become trapped inside thicker pieces of skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Since they\nare more common in skin creases or folds, they can be caused more by skin\nrubbing against skin. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Many people\nappear to inherit an enhanced sensitivity to skin tags. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Skin tags\naffect both males and females but occur more frequently during pregnancy, in\nobese individuals, and in people with diabetes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
They have been associated with\nhyperinsulinemia, when there is too much insulin circulating in the blood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Risk factors\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You may be\nat higher risk of developing skin tags:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2 people who are overweight and obese <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2 women who are pregnant<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2 have family members who have skin tags<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2 have insulin resistance or type 2\ndiabetes<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2 have human papilloma virus(HPV)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Skin tags\ndon\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t become skin cancer. Irritation can occur if clothes, jewelry, or other\nskin is rubbed them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Shave with\ncaution around skin tags. Although it can cause discomfort and excessive\nbleeding, shaving off a skin tag does not cause permanent damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Home\nremedies for skin tags<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Skin tags mostly\ndo not need any treatment or see a doctor. If you choose to remove a tag, it\nmay be possible to do so with products already in your medicine cabinet or\nkitchen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Banana peel<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A banana\npeel can also help a skin tag dry out. \nOver the tag Place a piece of banana peel and then cover with a bandage.\nUse so overnight until the tag falls apart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Apple cider\nvinegar<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Soak a\ncotton swab in vinegar with apple cider, and then put the cotton swab over the\nskin tag. For 15 to 30 minutes wrap the section in a bandage, and then wash the\nskin. Do a few weeks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Apple cider\nvinegar acidity breaks down the tissue that covers the skin tag, causing it to\nfall apart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Vitamin E<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Aging may\ncontribute to skin tags. Because vitamin E is an antioxidant that fights\nwrinkles and keeps the skin healthy, the application of liquid vitamin E over a\nskin tag can cause the growth to disappear within a few days. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Massage the\noil over the tag and skin surrounding it until it falls off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Garlic<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Garlic helps\nimprove the appearance of skin by reducing inflammation. On the tag apply\ncrushed garlic, and then cover the area whole night with a bandage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wash the\narea in the morning. Repeat until the skin tag shrinks and disappears.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How Can We\nPrevent Skin Tags?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is not\npossible to completely prevent the development of skin tags; however, the\nfollowing tips may help to reduce their occurrence:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2 Wear breathable, properly fitting\nunderwear. Clothes should be soft and absorbent, reducing friction and reducing\nskin irritation. The fit of any garment should cause no discomfort while a\nperson is moving or sitting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2 Keep bowels regular. Eat plenty of\nfiber to avoid becoming constipated or stretching and straining when having a\nbowel movement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2 Avoid irritation from excessive\nwiping. Some people may find that after a bowel movement, using a moist wipe\nkeeps the area clean without aggravating the skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2 Have digestive problems diagnosed.\nDiarrhea or constipation which is ongoing requires treatment, as they can\nindicate an underlying condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2 Work toward a healthy weight. People\nwho are suffering from obesity will have more chances to develop skin tags.\nTake a healthy diet which is rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean\nprotein, and get regular exercise.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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