A Skin Tag is a small piece of skin which hangs or
sticks off of a person's body. The scientific name
for skin tags is acrochordon. Skin tags tend to grow
on the eyelids, under the armpits and in the groin
area as well as the chest. These are non cancerous
growths and can vary in size and shape some being
irregular in appearance. .
Someone who has a skin tag may notice that it is a
darker pigment than that of the skin, or more flat
than other skin tags on the body.
Appearance of Skin Tags
Some people may have a skin
tag or growth which raises itself off the skin
forming a peduncle. The peduncle is a small thick
piece of skin which almost gives the skin tag a branch
like formation from which it hangs down from. Skin
tags are not dangerous to have but are considered
tumors because of the fact they grow on the body areas.
Body
skin tags can cause discomfort if in an area with
a lot of contact such as a shirt collar or the groin
area when walking. If a skin tag is irritated enough
that it can become sore and painful, even though skin
tags are not attached to the skin deeply they can
still cause pain if one tries to remove
skin tags or a neck chain cuts them open. In this
case it is preferrable to find treatment.
There is no known cause for why a skin tag develops as of yet, under a microscope someone will tell you it looks like skin envelops itself, overlaps in a way and causes a lump which then becomes infected. There is also no reason to treat or remove skin tags unless the appearance bothers the person carrying them.
Who Gets Skin Tags?
Skin tags are a relatively common condition in people
and can be seen in those old and young. Although skin
tags are seen more frequently in women men are just
as likely to have them grow on the body. Acrochordon
(skin tags) are frequently the result of genes, they
are a hereditary condition passed on through families,
not everyone whose parents have skin tags will get
them but may notice the growths develop at a later
stage in life. Skin tag growth usually begins when
someone reaches middle age, around 45. Skin tags can
be seen in children as well as adults young and old,
it doesn't always affect those in their older years.
There is no known cause for why a skin tag develops
as of yet, under a microscope someone will tell you
it looks like skin envelops itself, overlaps in a
way and causes a lump which then becomes infected.
Conclusion
In conclusion, a skin tag is a harmless skin condition,
which causes no pain unless irritated. They are usually
hereditary and can vary in color size and shape. Skin
tags can have a branch (peduncle) from which it hangs
in some cases. Anyone can develop skin tags and those
who chose to have them removed surgically may notice
more grow back. Any age or race can develop skin tags
but they are more prevalent in women and those who
are reaching their mid 40s. Once more there is no
known cause for why anyone would get a skin tag.
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