Skin tags are called as skin growths which are benign (non-cancerous) and appear in a group or cluster. It appears like a hanging skin like narrow stalk on the surface of the skin. It is said to occur from rubbing against the skin. A cutaneous tag usually occurs in people who are diabetic and overweight. Medically, it is termed as Acrochordon and Fibroepithelial polyp.

A skin tag usually occurs in the following parts of the body:

• Neck
• Eyelids
• Middle parts  of the body
• Bending parts of the  of the body  like knees and  elbows
• Underarms

What causes skin tags?

The exact causes have not been found for the skin tag, but the following factors are responsible for this disorder such as:

·        Rubbing against skin
·        Hormones factors, particularly during pregnancy
·        Insulin resistance (syndrome X)
·        Hormones factorsiIn Acromegaly (gigantism)
·        Human papilloma virus (the virus that crates warts)

People who are overweight and suffering from the obesity are prone to develop this disorder very easily. Further, it has been seen that women with larger breasts are also prone to developing the tags under the folding parts of their breasts.

Treatment for skin tags

Treatment for skin tags are not needed, as the tags are extra growth of the skin and don’t contain any cancerous properties. It has been seen that most of the tags go away spontaneously by rubbing of the skin against cloth and   do not need any surgical treatment. If the growths are painless and harmless, you may decide not to remove it by surgical methods. It is wise to treat it with useful home remedies like tying off the narrow stalk at the base with a string.

Treatment includes following methods:

• Surgery
•  Cryotherapy (freezing the affected parts at low temperature and treat it with liquid nitrogen)
•  Cauterization (Burning method to remove tags)

When you need to contact your doctor?

You need to contact a doctor if the tag crates irritation, itchiness and inflammation problem. Moreover, if you don't like this extra growth on several parts of your body, you may contact doctor to remove it permanently.

Summary

Skin tags are called as narrow stalk which are non-cancerous but some tags don’t look good, so people want to remove it permanently with surgical method. It goes off spontaneously by rubbing of the skin against towel or cloth.

Skin is the largest organ of a human body which play important role in making a person attractive and beautiful. A person suffering from skin disease may feel less confident while talking to others. Dermatology is a popular branch of medical science which deals with diagnosis and treatment of skin and its related diseases. A dermatologist treats different types of skin disorders like scars, eczema, psoriasis, wrinkles, rashes, acne and others. They perform different types of medical procedures to make your skin healthy and glow.

How to become a dermatologist?

A candidate must have four year bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology and physics subjects. Then, they have to go to the medical college to obtain four years medical degree in M.D or D.O. After acquiring a degree in medicine, candidates have to accomplish three-year accredited residency training program. After holding residency program, a license is required to become a dermatologist. And for this, dermatologists have to qualify the USMLE exam (in three steps). Further, they have to qualify the Board Certification test conducted by the American Board of Dermatology.

Types of Dermatology

Two types of Dermatology have been found yet and these are dermasurgery and cosmetic dermatology. Usually dermatologists practice both types of branches, but they may focus on only one to gain expertise in a particular field. But, dermatologists may select to specialize in pediatrics or geriatrics, or they can chose with specific disorders, like cancer and other infectious skin disease.

Latest technologies used by dermatologists

Dermatologists are trained and skilled in anatomy and physiology of skin and well versed in treating different types of infectious disease with medicines, creams, lotions and surgery. Today, medical science has shown remarkable growth in dermatology practice and provides many innovative techniques like tissue filler method, Botox technique, cosmetic surgery, Dysport, chemical peel method (to revitalize the skin), Juvederm facial skin rejuvenation, Sculptra (soft tissue filler method), Perlane, laser therapy (for hair removal), cutaneous surgery  and medicine in general. They specialize in hair care, nail implantation, vein treatment, scalp treatment and itchiness problem.  

Summary

Dermatology treats various kinds of skin diseases, ranging from scars, rashes, wrinkles, eczema, cancer, acne, rheumatic birthmarks and psoriasis to severe infections. Patients suffering from skin disorders are suggested to consult dermatologist to treat their skin in an efficient manner. Treatments for skin ailments vary from adopting nutritious dietary chart and medication to surgery.