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Skin tags are benign soft growths of skin that stick out from the surface of the skin. They are common but can sometimes be harmful depending on their location. Skin tags vary widely in colour and shape. Some are smooth, while others are irregular and bumpy. This little skin flap forms because of friction; some people are more prone to developing skin tags.
These are some of the more common solutions:
Dr Matilda Mphahlele uses liquid nitrogen to freeze the skin tag with this treatment. Some people try this treatment at home, but it rarely works because the temperature can not go low enough to be safe and effective.
Cantharidin is an odourless, colourless fatty substance. It works by safely creating a blister around the skin tag, which then lifts it off the skin.
Laser surgery has been instrumental in many medical procedures over the years. Due to its proven effectiveness, it is used to assist in the removal of skin tags.
These treatment options can also be used for the removal of warts.
Skin tumours are growths on the skin that can either be cancerous or harmless. These minor skin tumours can be easily irritated and painful for some people.
Skin tumours develop due to the rapid reproduction of cells or multiple skin components. When a new skin tumour, lesion or mark appears on our surface. It can be challenging to tell if it is dangerous or not. If you have any suspicions about a mark, you should visit the dermatologist for a skin examination.
The correct diagnosis is essential for creating the best, long-term treatment plan. A diagnosis will be made based on the appearance of the lesion and your clinical history, although a biopsy of the growth is sometimes required.
Dr Matilda Mphahlele will assess any tumours, cysts or moles during your skin examination.
Curettage: It is used to treat pre-cancerous tumours. This procedure involves scraping away the tissue of the growth.
Surgical excision: Involves cutting into the skin to remove the growth altogether and closing the wound with stitches.
Cryosurgery: During this procedure, liquid nitrogen is used to freeze the tumour tissue, which kills the tumour.