2026-05-16T12:42:27
Skin Tags (Acrochordons): When Small Soft Growths Develop on the Skin •Skin tags, medically known as acrochordons, are small, soft, harmless growths that commonly appear on areas where the skin folds or experiences friction, such as the neck, underarms, eyelids, groin, and under the breasts.•They are usually flesh-colored or slightly darker and may hang from the skin by a thin stalk. •Skin tags are painless but can become irritated due to rubbing from clothing or jewelry.•Common risk factors include obesity, diabetes, hormonal changes, aging, and friction between skin surfaces. •They are non-cancerous and do not spread from person to person.•Treatment is usually done for cosmetic reasons or if the skin tag becomes irritated. •Removal options include radiofrequency, cautery, cryotherapy, laser treatment, or minor excision.•At Paavai Eye & Skin Care Hospital, Salem, we provide safe and effective skin tag removal procedures with minimal discomfort and good cosmetic results.#SkinTags #Acrochordons #SkinCare #HealthySkin ✨