Skin Tags
Skin tags are small, soft, skin-colored growths that hang off the skin.
Characteristics:
- Commonly found on the neck, armpits, and under the breasts.
- More prevalent in older adults and those with obesity or diabetes.
Treatment:
- Can be removed for cosmetic reasons or if they become irritated.
- Removal methods include cutting, freezing, or burning.
Jane Yoo, MD, MPP is a board-certified dermatologist and Yale-trained Mohs micrographic surgeon based in NYC. She is an assistant clinical professor at MSSM and founder of the Clinical Research Center of New York.