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Skin Tags - Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Definition Skin tags are also called as pedunculated papillomas or fibroepithelial polyps. These are small benign tumors that form primarily in areas where the skin forms creases, such as the neck, armpits, and groin. They also occur on the face, usually on the eyelids. They range in size from two to five millimeters, although larger ones have been seen. Skin tags typically appear as people age. They are quite common in people 60 and older. They are more common in women. A tendency to develop skin tags may run in families. Skin tags also develop commonly after pregnancy. It is generally not recommended that you remove skin tags yourself because of the increased risk of infection and excessive bleeding. In addition other skin growths can resemble skin tags and should only be removed by a doctor. Occasionally they fall off of their own accord but this isn't common. Causes
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