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What Is The Effective Way To Get Rid Of Skin Tags?

What is the best way to get rid of skin tags. I have tried the remedies on line and they did everything it said. That is except remove my skin tags. As I started doing what the instructions said. It was all going the way it said. But stopped short of removing them. Is there anything else that is more effective.
Tue, 18 Mar 2014
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Skin tags are common, acquired, benign skin growths that look like a small soft, balloons of hanging skin. Skin tags are harmless growths that can vary in number from one to hundreds. Males and females are equally prone to developing skin tags. Obesity is associated with skin tag development.
Except for the cosmetic appearance, skin tags generally cause no physical pain or discomfort. These tiny skin growths generally cause symptoms when they are repeatedly irritated as, for example, by the collar or in the groin. Cosmetic removal for unsightly appearance is perhaps the most common reason they are removed.
It is important to keep in mind that skin tags usually do not have to be treated. Deciding not to have treatment is always a reasonable option if the growths are not bothersome. If the tags are bothersome, multiple home and medical treatment options are available:
I think you have already tried all methods mentioned online. I suggest that you have to consult a good dermatologist who will remove skin tags. dont try yourself in home as is may cause you more damage. All the best
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Dr Santosh
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What Is The Effective Way To Get Rid Of Skin Tags?

Skin tags are common, acquired, benign skin growths that look like a small soft, balloons of hanging skin. Skin tags are harmless growths that can vary in number from one to hundreds. Males and females are equally prone to developing skin tags. Obesity is associated with skin tag development. Except for the cosmetic appearance, skin tags generally cause no physical pain or discomfort. These tiny skin growths generally cause symptoms when they are repeatedly irritated as, for example, by the collar or in the groin. Cosmetic removal for unsightly appearance is perhaps the most common reason they are removed. It is important to keep in mind that skin tags usually do not have to be treated. Deciding not to have treatment is always a reasonable option if the growths are not bothersome. If the tags are bothersome, multiple home and medical treatment options are available: I think you have already tried all methods mentioned online. I suggest that you have to consult a good dermatologist who will remove skin tags. dont try yourself in home as is may cause you more damage. All the best Regards Dr Santosh