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Skin Tags

What Are Skin Tags?

Skin tags are very common soft harmless lesions that appear to hang off the skin.

Also Described As:

  • Acrochordons
  • Papillomas
  • Fibroepithelial polyps
  • Soft fibromas
  • Pedunculated (this means they are on a stalk)
  • Filiform (this means they are thread-like)

They develop in both men and women as they grow older. They are skin-colored or darker and range in size from 1mm to 5cm. They are most often found in the skin folds (neck, armpits, and groin). They tend to be more numerous in obese persons and in those with type 2 diabetes mellitus.

What Causes Skin Tags?

It is not known what causes skin tags. However, the following factors may play a role:

  • Chafing and irritation from skin rubbing together
  • High levels of growth factors, particularly during pregnancy or in acromegaly (gigantism)
  • Insulin resistance (syndrome X)
  • Human papillomavirus (wart virus)

Schedule an appointment with one of our medical providers to see which treatment is best for you.

*Skin tag removal is considered a cosmetic removal and is not covered by insurance.

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- Y.L.
I’m always treated very well by the entire staff. Dr. Forman is an excellent doctor with a very friendly style of communication. I’ve been going here for several years an have never had a bad experience.
- G.F.
Had my first visit today The new building is beautiful, The Patient Care Tech was welcoming, efficient and friendly Casey Viera APRN was very attentive, and professional with great diagnostic skills and plan of care! I was I and out in a very timely manner! I will be returning as a patient
- P.M.
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- A.R.
Dr Forman and his staff have gone above and beyond to determine the best course of action. They are caring, knowledgeable, and attentive. I highly recommend Dr. Forman for all your dermatological needs.
- C.R.
Casey Viera at this location is absolutely amazing. I was referred to her from my best friend and she’s awesome. She listened to my concerns and prescribed creams that are already helping my skin heal. Highly recommend Forcare and Ms. Viera! Took my son here for two skin items and she evaluated them well and treated them ! She also gave us some good advice about college! Thank you !
- K.P.
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- C.A.
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- J.H.
I didn’t have to wait long in the waiting room or the exam room. It was great. Casey was wonderful. She found areas that I didn’t even know they were bad and took care of everything.
- J.S.

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