How to Remove Irritated Skin Tags
Skin tags aren't usually bothersome, but when they start to irritate us or appear unattractive, it is time to be rid of them. They tend to pop up in places like the on the chest and neck, below one's breast, in the armpits and near the groin. The cause of skin tags is not entirely certain, but if you are worried about them being cancerous, don't be. They are benign and harmless. Fortunately, there are many options for skin tag removal; pick the one that best suits you. If you are not comfortable with the home techniques, visit a professional to get rid of the irritated skin tag.
Things You'll Need
- String
- Dental floss
- Sterile scissors
- Sterile nail clippers
- Hydrogen peroxide
- Antibacterial ointment
- Medical bandage
- Mole remover
- Wart remover
- Cotton swab
Instructions
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Wrap a piece of string or dental floss around the irritated skin tag. Cut off the skin tag using sterile scissors or nail clippers. Be sure that when you cut it, cut above the string or dental floss. This brings immediate results because the irritation is instantly removed. This process might cause bleeding.
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Leave the string or dental floss around the irritated tag for a few days, which will cause it to fall off. The string or floss stops blood flow, and after a few days, the blood-deprived skin tag falls off. Use this technique if you are wary of cutting off the skin tag.
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Apply mole or wart remover, which causes the irritated skin tag to dry up and fall off. Use a cotton swab, apply a small amount of the remover to it, and dab it on the tag. Apply remover to the skin tag every day for about four weeks and the irritated skin tag will dry up and fall off.
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After you have removed the irritated skin tag, take care of the wound left behind to prevent any further irritation and infection. Apply hydrogen peroxide and antibacterial ointment and then place a medical bandage over it. Change the bandage often, and examine the area to make sure there is no infection.
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Visit your local dermatologist (skin doctor), family physician or a general practitioner if you do not want to use the home remedies for skin tag removal. Many of the techniques are similar to the ones used by doctors, but going to a professional can eliminate the risk of injury and calm your fears of performing these steps on your own.
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