This article gives a brief description about the skin tags. It also explains the reasons behind the cause of skin tags and also remedies to get rid of skin tags.
These growths (known by a variety of names including acrochordon,
cutaneous tag, soft fibroma, fibroepithelial polyps, and more) have been estimated to affect a sizable percentage of the population (estimates vary and some say that up to 50% of the population is affected by them). The good news is they are considered benign, and there are now many options for skin tags removal.
The primary cause is believed to be flesh rubbing together, as they mostly appear in folds such as armpits, under the breasts, neck, groin, and eyelids. Obese individuals are more likely to develop them, likely because they have more fleshy folds. They also occur in pregnant females, though these types generally disappear a few months after the pregnancy. Type 2 diabetes also tends to increase their appearance.
Illegal steroid use can also be linked to tag growth, as a bonding of collagen fibers occurs with steroid use. Heredity has also been identified as a cause, and they are more common in older individuals. They are occasionally developed in children, but this is unusual. Microorganisms are also a suspected cause, such as the wart virus. They have not been made a research priority as they are generally harmless, so specifics of the causes remains mostly unknown.
The growth can vary in size and shape, though they are usually about the size of a rice grain. They start out very small and grow over time. In some cases, the growth can be larger than a rice grain. In very large tags, it is possible they will burst under pressure, but this is unusual. They are usually flesh colored, but are sometimes darker in light skinned individuals. They look like bits of hanging flesh.
Though some medical providers may order a biopsy, diagnosis is generally made based on their appearance. Though usually painless, if the acrochordon is constantly rubbing, such as between the legs, they can become irritated. They can also get pulled by jewelry, seatbelts or clothing. While they are generally considered harmless, they can be annoying and embarrassing.
While harmless, these growths can become irritated or be unsightly and embarrassing. While some tags may simply fall off, this is generally not the case. There are now many options for removal. There are medical procedures which include cutting, freezing or burning. Acrochorda on the eyelids can prove more problematic for this type of removal.
Products are now available to consumers for removal of these tags. Before purchasing one of these products, check to see if there are doctor endorsements of the product and if there are any money back guarantees. Also check for consumer reviews of the product.
There are no known options for preventing these types of growths. Once removed, they may also grow back again, so the removal process may require some repetition. If opting for medical treatment, this may become an expensive, life long and time consuming option. Skin tags removal is a simple procedure with many at-home remedies to choose from. If you are bothered by these growths, you can easily rectify the problem.
