{"id":81072,"date":"2025-08-24T13:58:03","date_gmt":"2025-08-24T04:58:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/ic-clinic-ueno.com\/soft_fibroma\/"},"modified":"2026-07-06T19:46:14","modified_gmt":"2026-07-06T10:46:14","slug":"soft_fibroma","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ic-clinic-ueno.com\/en\/treatment\/soft_fibroma\/","title":{"rendered":"Skin Tags (Acrochordon) Treatment | IC Clinic Ueno"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"is-style-sango-paragraph-idea-alt has-vivid-red-color has-sango-light-blue-background-color has-text-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>What You Will Learn from This Article<\/strong><br>\n\u2728 Understand the <mark>causes and treatment options for skin tags<\/mark><br>\n\u2728 Learn how to <mark>distinguish them from malignant tumors<\/mark><br>\n\u2728 Find out how to keep costs down with <mark>insurance-covered treatment<\/mark><br>\n\u2728 Avoid the <span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>risks<\/strong><\/span> of leaving skin tags untreated<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u26a0\ufe0f <span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>What Could Happen If You Don\u2019t Read This<\/strong><\/span><br>\n\u274c Growths <mark>multiply or enlarge<\/mark>, worsening their appearance<br>\n\u274c Ongoing anxiety from being unable to <mark>distinguish them from malignant tumors<\/mark><br>\n\u274c Risk of <span style=\"color: red;\">making things worse with over-the-counter products<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-20959078 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/ic-clinic.com\/reservation\/ueno\/\">\ud83d\udd25 Book a Consultation Now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cI want to remove my skin tags, but what options are available?\u201d<br>\u201cWhat does skin tag surgery involve? Is it painful?\u201d<br>\u201cI have a growth that looks like a skin tag \u2014 but is it really one?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Are you concerned about a growth that may be a skin tag?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Skin tags are <mark>benign skin growths<\/mark>. However, <span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>if left untreated they may increase in number or grow larger over time<\/strong><\/span>, so we encourage you to consult a clinic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udccb <strong>This page covers the following information about skin tags:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u2705 Causes of skin tags<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 How to distinguish them from other conditions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 Symptoms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 Treatment options<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We hope this information helps you address your skin tag concerns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"i-0\">\ud83d\udd0d What Are Skin Tags? Benign Growths Common on the Neck and Underarms<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ic-clinic.com\/wp-content\/themes\/ic_renewal\/shared\/img\/med\/soft_fibroma\/pic01.png\" alt=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Skin tags are <mark>benign growths that commonly appear on the neck, underarms, and similar areas<\/mark> [1,2,18].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Medically known as \u201c<mark>acrochordons<\/mark>\u201d or \u201c<mark>skin tags<\/mark>,\u201d they are among the <mark>most common benign skin tumors seen in adults over middle age<\/mark> [2,10].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The growths are typically <mark>1\u20133 mm in size<\/mark> and appear as raised bumps on the skin. They start small but <span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>may gradually enlarge over time<\/strong><\/span>, sometimes developing a pedunculated (hanging) shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <mark>number of skin tags tends to increase with age<\/mark>, making them more noticeable over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udcca <strong>Statistical Data<\/strong><br>\n\ud83d\udc64 Age of onset: <mark>from age 30 onwards<\/mark><br>\n\ud83d\udc69 More prevalent in women and individuals with obesity [2,19]<br>\n\ud83d\udcc8 Affects approximately <mark>46% of adults over 50<\/mark> [2,19]<br>\n\u2640\ufe0f Women develop them at roughly <mark>1.5 times the rate of men<\/mark> [2,19]<br>\n\u2696\ufe0f A BMI of 25 or above is associated with approximately <span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>2\u20133 times higher risk<\/strong><\/span> [11,20]\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"i-1\">\ud83d\udca1 Causes of Skin Tags<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Skin tags are thought to be related to the four factors listed below, though <mark>their exact cause is not fully understood<\/mark> [1,2].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Recent research has revealed that skin tags are <span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>not simply a consequence of aging; they are strongly associated with metabolic disorders such as insulin resistance and diabetes<\/strong><\/span> [3,5,8,9].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u26a0\ufe0f <mark>Individuals with diabetes are reported to develop skin tags at approximately 3\u20134 times the rate<\/mark> of those without the condition [8,20].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u2600\ufe0f UV exposure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udc74 Skin aging<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udc55 Friction<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2696\ufe0f Obesity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2705 <mark>Skin tags are not caused by a virus<\/mark>, so they cannot be transmitted from person to person or spread to nearby skin [1,16,17].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some studies have explored a possible link with human papillomavirus (HPV), but large-scale investigations have <mark>not established a clear association<\/mark> [16,17].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"i-2\">\ud83c\udfe5 Skin Tags as Markers of Endocrine and Metabolic Disease<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From a dermatological perspective, skin tags are <span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>not merely a cosmetic concern \u2014 they are increasingly recognized as a cutaneous manifestation of systemic internal conditions<\/strong><\/span> [3,4,6].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u26a0\ufe0f When <mark>multiple skin tags are present<\/mark>, screening for the following conditions is recommended [4,6,12]:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\ud83e\ude7a Diabetes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83e\ude7a Dyslipidemia<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83e\ude7a Insulin resistance syndrome<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"i-3\">\ud83d\udd2c Diagnosing Skin Tags: How to Distinguish Them from Malignant Tumors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Diagnosis is made through <mark>visual inspection and palpation<\/mark>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They commonly appear in multiples on the neck, cervical region, and underarms as small growths approximately <mark>2 mm in size, ranging from skin-colored to light brown<\/mark>. Smaller lesions are also referred to as skin tags or acrochordons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They are soft and may grow into a <mark>pedunculated, polyp-like shape<\/mark> over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u26a0\ufe0f <strong>The following features can help distinguish skin tags from malignant tumors<\/strong> [1,25,26].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udd0d Dermoscopy examination shows that skin tags display <mark>uniform coloration and a consistent vascular pattern<\/mark>, which is useful for differentiating them from conditions such as malignant melanoma [26].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83c\udfe5 For any suspicious lesion, <span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>a definitive diagnosis by tissue biopsy is always required<\/strong><\/span> [25].<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"id-16ccda8c-7bea-4433-bb5e-be1a0c263db8\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><th><\/th><th>\u2705 Skin Tag<\/th><th>\u26a0\ufe0f Malignant Tumor<\/th><\/tr><tr><th>\ud83d\udccf Size<\/th><td><mark>1\u20133 mm<\/mark><\/td><td><span style=\"color: red;\">More likely malignant if over 5 cm<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><th>\ud83d\udd37 Shape<\/th><td>Symmetrical<\/td><td><span style=\"color: red;\">Asymmetrical<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><th>\ud83d\udd32 Border<\/th><td>Well-defined<\/td><td><span style=\"color: red;\">Poorly defined<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><th>\ud83d\udcd0 Surrounding area<\/th><td>Flat and smooth<\/td><td><span style=\"color: red;\">Irregular<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><th>\u26a0\ufe0f Ulceration \/ Necrosis<\/th><td>Absent<\/td><td><span style=\"color: red;\">Present<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><th>\u23f1\ufe0f Rate of growth<\/th><td>Slow and gradual<\/td><td><span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>Rapid<\/strong><\/span><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udcd6 \u203b The differential diagnostic criteria above are based on <mark>international dermatology society guidelines<\/mark> [25,26].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 In the table, \u201culceration\u201d refers to <mark>tissue loss extending into the deeper layers of the skin<\/mark>, while \u201cnecrosis\u201d refers to <mark>the partial death of tissue<\/mark>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u26a0\ufe0f Skin tags and malignant tumors differ in many ways, including size and shape. <span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>Distinguishing between them on your own is not straightforward.<\/strong><\/span> If you have any concerns about a diagnosis, we encourage you to consult a clinic at an early stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"i-4\">\ud83d\udcca Classification of Skin Tags<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ic-clinic.com\/wp-content\/themes\/ic_renewal\/shared\/img\/med\/soft_fibroma\/pic02.png\" alt=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Skin tags are often <mark>classified by size<\/mark> as follows [1,18].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This classification is <mark>important for determining the treatment approach<\/mark>. For small acrochordons, simple excision or laser treatment is generally chosen, while surgical excision is typically indicated for larger skin tags [7,24].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\ud83d\udd39 <mark>Smaller lesions<\/mark>: referred to as skin tags or acrochordons<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udd38 <mark>Larger lesions<\/mark>: referred to as soft fibromas (molluscum fibrosum)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udd3a <mark>Very large, pendulous lesions<\/mark>: referred to as pedunculated soft fibromas<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Soft fibromas and skin tags tend to <mark>protrude from the skin<\/mark>, whereas acrochordons are <mark>relatively flat<\/mark>. Shape can therefore be a useful reference point when distinguishing between skin tags and acrochordons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"i-5\">\ud83d\udcc8 Epidemiology and Incidence of Skin Tags<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Skin tags are <mark>extremely common in middle-aged and older adults<\/mark>, occurring in <span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>approximately 46% of people over the age of 50<\/strong><\/span> [2].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udc65 <strong>Who Is More Likely to Develop Skin Tags<\/strong><br>\n\u2640\ufe0f Sex: Women are affected roughly <mark>1.5 times more often<\/mark> than men<br>\n\u2696\ufe0f Individuals with obesity: <span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>2\u20133 times higher risk<\/strong><\/span> [2,11,19]<br>\n\ud83d\udccd Most common site: <mark>the neck (approximately 70%)<\/mark>, followed by the axillae and groin [2,15]\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"i-6\">\ud83d\udd17 Association Between Skin Tags and Metabolic Disease<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Skin tags are <span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>not merely a cosmetic concern \u2014 they are clinically important as a cutaneous manifestation of metabolic disorders such as diabetes and insulin resistance<\/strong><\/span> [3,5,8,9].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u26a0\ufe0f <strong>Notable Statistics<\/strong><br>\n\ud83e\ude7a <mark>Prevalence of diabetes<\/mark> among patients with multiple skin tags: <span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>3\u20134 times higher<\/strong><\/span> than in the general population [8,20]<br>\n\ud83e\ude7a <mark>Co-occurrence of dyslipidemia<\/mark>: <span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>approximately twice as high<\/strong><\/span> [4,12]<br>\n\ud83d\udca1 <mark>Internal medicine screening is recommended for patients with multiple skin tags<\/mark> [6,14]\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-20959078 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/ic-clinic.com\/reservation\/ueno\/\">\ud83d\udccb Get a Diagnosis from a Specialist<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"i-7\">\ud83d\udd2c Diagnosis and Dermoscopic Findings of Skin Tags<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Skin tags can generally be <mark>diagnosed by visual inspection and palpation alone<\/mark>, but dermoscopy allows for more detailed examination [26].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Typical dermoscopic features include the following [26]:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\ud83d\udfe4 <mark>Uniform light-brown coloration<\/mark><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83c\udf33 <mark>Arborizing vascular pattern<\/mark><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2728 <mark>Smooth surface<\/mark><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u26a0\ufe0f For suspicious or rapidly changing lesions, <span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>a definitive diagnosis by tissue biopsy is necessary<\/strong><\/span> [25].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"i-8\">\ud83d\udc8a Treatment Options and Prognosis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The choice of treatment for skin tags depends on <mark>the size and number of lesions<\/mark> [24,27].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udccb <strong>Treatment by Lesion Size<\/strong><br>\n\ud83d\udd39 Small lesions (<mark>2 mm or less<\/mark>): electrocautery or liquid nitrogen<br>\n\ud83d\udd38 Medium-sized lesions (<mark>2\u20135 mm<\/mark>): scissor excision<br>\n\ud83d\udd3a Large lesions (<mark>5 mm or more<\/mark>): surgical excision<br>\n[24,27]\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2705 With appropriate treatment, <mark>the recurrence rate is reported to be 5% or less<\/mark>, and <mark>patient satisfaction with cosmetic outcomes is generally high<\/mark> [27].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"i-9\">\ud83e\ude7a Skin Tags, Diabetes, and Insulin Resistance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Skin tags are recognized as a <span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>clinically significant cutaneous finding not only in dermatology but also in the field of endocrinology and metabolic medicine<\/strong><\/span> [3,5,8].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"i-10\">\ud83c\udfe5 Symptoms of Skin Tags<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ic-clinic.com\/wp-content\/themes\/ic_renewal\/shared\/img\/med\/soft_fibroma\/pic03.png\" alt=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Skin tags are generally <mark>painless<\/mark>, though larger ones may become <mark>uncomfortable due to friction<\/mark>. Infection or inflammation is uncommon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many people have lived with skin tags on their back, abdomen, neck, or thighs for years <mark>without realizing how straightforward treatment can be<\/mark> \u2014 and those who do seek treatment are often very pleased with the results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2728 When multiple skin tags are clustered on the neck or similar areas, <mark>a physician can often remove several in the same session<\/mark>, with careful attention to cosmetic outcome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Occasionally a skin tag may develop a mushroom-like stalk, but as these are <mark>benign growths<\/mark>, there is no urgent need for treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"i-11\">\ud83d\udc89 Two Treatment Options for Skin Tags \u2014 Removable with Dermatological Procedures<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ic-clinic.com\/wp-content\/themes\/ic_renewal\/shared\/img\/med\/soft_fibroma\/pic04.jpg\" alt=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As skin tags are generally <mark>benign growths<\/mark>, our clinic treats them through <mark>surgical excision, scissor removal, or high-frequency (radiofrequency) excision<\/mark> as appropriate [7,24,27].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83c\udf0d International dermatological surgery guidelines recommend the following [24,27]:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\ud83d\udd39 Small lesions: <mark>electrocautery<\/mark><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udd38 Medium-sized lesions: <mark>scissor excision<\/mark><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udd3a Large lesions: <mark>surgical excision<\/mark><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Below, we explain the following two treatment approaches in more detail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\ud83d\udd2a Surgery<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u26a1 CO2 laser (carbon dioxide laser)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u26a0\ufe0f While cryotherapy with liquid nitrogen is another option, it <span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>carries a risk of burns and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation<\/strong><\/span> and is therefore not routinely performed at our clinic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"i-12\">\ud83d\udd2a Surgery<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Surgery involves <mark>removing the skin tag with a scalpel under local anesthesia<\/mark>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is indicated for <span style=\"color: red;\">larger skin tags or when there is a possibility that the lesion may be malignant<\/span>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our clinic <span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>aims to complete procedures as efficiently as possible<\/strong><\/span> \u2014 some cases can be completed in under <mark>five minutes<\/mark>. Surgical treatment at our clinic is covered by <mark>health insurance<\/mark>, so please feel free to contact us with any questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"i-13\">\u26a1 CO2 Laser (Carbon Dioxide Laser)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">CO2 laser treatment <mark>removes skin tags by directing a laser that reacts with water to ablate the skin surface<\/mark>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>It may be a suitable option when skin tags are numerous or have proven difficult to treat by other means.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2728 Compared with scalpel-based treatment, <mark>healing tends to be faster<\/mark> and, as the deeper dermal layer is preserved, <mark>scarring is less likely<\/mark>. Although skin tissue is ablated, <mark>bleeding is minimal<\/mark>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u26a0\ufe0f Following CO2 laser treatment, <span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>sun protection is important<\/strong><\/span> to prevent UV exposure to the treated area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For detailed information about our CO2 laser treatment, please also visit the page below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"http:\/\/ic-clinic-ueno.com\/treatment\/co2-laser\/\">\ud83d\udc49 Wart and Mole Removal with CO2 Laser \u2014 Features, Pricing, and Precautions<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"i-14\">\u2728 Our Approach to Treatment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ic-clinic.com\/wp-content\/themes\/ic_renewal\/shared\/img\/med\/soft_fibroma\/pic05.png\" alt=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At our clinic, we use <mark>ultra-fine needles to minimize discomfort during local anesthesia injections<\/mark>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>When suturing is required, we take great care to minimize the appearance of any scarring.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2728 Multiple skin tags located close together <mark>can often be removed in a single session<\/mark>, allowing for a treatment approach that pays close attention to cosmetic results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our physicians assess the location and size of each lesion and <mark>determine the most appropriate treatment method<\/mark>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Using plastic surgery instruments, we perform procedures with <mark>minimal incisions \u2014 including scissor excision, incision with suturing, or high-frequency (radiofrequency) excision<\/mark>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>We approach every treatment with care and attention to detail, and we welcome you to entrust your skin tag treatment to our clinic.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-20959078 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/ic-clinic.com\/reservation\/ueno\/\">\ud83c\udf1f Book Your Carefully Tailored Treatment Here<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"i-15\">\ud83d\udcb0 Treatment Fees for Skin Tags<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For skin tag treatment, all aspects of care \u2014 including <mark>consultation, examinations, surgery, and pathological testing \u2014 are covered by health insurance<\/mark>. Public assistance programs and other subsidies are also accepted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our fees for skin tag treatment are as follows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\ud83d\udc40 Exposed areas: <mark>approximately \u00a55,000\u2013\u00a515,000<\/mark><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\ude48 Non-exposed areas: <mark>approximately \u00a54,000\u2013\u00a510,000<\/mark><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For full pricing details, please refer to our <a href=\"https:\/\/ic-clinic.com\/prices\/others\/\">skin tag surgery fee schedule<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u26a0\ufe0f Please note that <span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>CO2 laser treatment is not covered by health insurance<\/strong><\/span>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ic-clinic.com\/wp-content\/themes\/ic_renewal\/shared\/img\/med\/soft_fibroma\/pic06_pc.png\" alt=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"i-16\">\u2753 Frequently Asked Questions About Skin Tags<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ic-clinic.com\/wp-content\/themes\/ic_renewal\/shared\/img\/med\/soft_fibroma\/pic07.png\" alt=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here we answer some of the most common questions about skin tags.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1756011231514\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q. Are skin tags contagious?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Skin tags are not caused by a virus, so there is no risk of passing them to others [1,16,17].<br>Large-scale studies have also ruled out a clear link with human papillomavirus (HPV), and skin tags are not infectious in any way [16,17].<br>Skin tags typically appear on the neck and underarms, whereas <span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>viral warts most commonly develop on the fingers, soles of the feet, face, and arms \u2014 not on the neck<\/strong><\/span>.<br>Growths appearing on the neck or underarms are therefore unlikely to be viral warts. That said, some types of viral warts can enlarge over time.<br>\u26a0\ufe0f Rather than assuming a growth is a skin tag, <span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>we recommend consulting a clinic for a proper assessment<\/strong><\/span>.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1756011245378\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q. Is it safe to remove them myself or just leave them alone?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Skin tags are benign growths. If you are not bothered by their appearance, leaving them untreated is generally not a significant concern.<br>\u26a0\ufe0f However, <span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>you should not attempt to remove them yourself<\/strong><\/span>. If the growth turns out to be a <span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>viral wart rather than a skin tag, there is a risk that it could spread to the surrounding skin<\/strong><\/span>.<mark>Attempting self-treatment increases the risk of worsening the condition.<\/mark><br>There are creams and products marketed for wart removal, but many lack clear scientific evidence.<br>\u2705 For effective management of skin tags, <span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>we encourage you to consider consulting a clinic<\/strong><\/span>.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1756011265082\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q. Is skin tag surgery covered by health insurance?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">\u2705 The costs of skin tag surgery are fully covered by health insurance [7,24].<br>Consultation, examinations, and pathological testing are also covered. Surgical treatment is recognized as a standard procedure in domestic dermatology clinical guidelines [13].<br>The specific treatment and associated costs may vary depending on the location and size of the lesion, so please ask during your consultation for detailed information.<br><span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>\u26a0\ufe0f CO2 laser treatment for cosmetic purposes is not covered by health insurance<\/strong><\/span>.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1756011287004\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q. Is skin tag surgery painful?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">During skin tag surgery, <span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>local anesthesia is used, so discomfort during the procedure is generally minimal<\/strong><\/span>.<br>You may feel some discomfort during the local anesthesia injection; however, <span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>our clinic uses ultra-fine needles to help minimize this<\/strong><\/span>.<br>\u26a0\ufe0f Some patients do experience mild discomfort after the procedure once the anesthesia wears off.<br>\ud83d\udca1 Individual responses vary, so if you have any concerns, please feel free to discuss them during your consultation.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1756011312595\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q. Can over-the-counter products remove skin tags?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Most over-the-counter wart removal products are designed for viral warts.<br><span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>Skin tags are not viral warts<\/strong><\/span>, so these products are not intended for this type of growth.<br>\u26a0\ufe0f Some over-the-counter products should not be used on seborrheic keratoses (age spots), so correctly identifying the type of growth is important.<br>\u2705 To avoid mistaking a skin tag for a seborrheic keratosis \u2014 or vice versa \u2014 <span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>we encourage you to consult a clinic<\/strong><\/span>.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"i-17\">\ud83c\udf1f 6 Features of Our Clinic That Patients Appreciate<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ic-clinic.com\/wp-content\/themes\/ic_theme\/images\/ic_img\/lp\/atheroma\/img_tokutyo1.png\">\ud83d\udc65 <strong><mark>Team-Based Care<\/mark><\/strong><br>\nUnder the supervision of board-certified plastic surgeons, our clinic brings together <mark>specialists from multiple disciplines including plastic surgery, dermatology, and orthopedics<\/mark>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ic-clinic.com\/wp-content\/themes\/ic_theme\/images\/ic_img\/lp\/atheroma\/img_tokutyo2.png\">\ud83d\udc89 <strong><mark>Attention to Comfort<\/mark><\/strong><br>\nOur specialist physicians select from a broad range of treatment methods, aiming to provide <span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>treatment with minimal discomfort<\/strong><\/span>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ic-clinic.com\/wp-content\/themes\/ic_theme\/images\/ic_img\/lp\/atheroma\/img_tokutyo3.png\">\u2728 <strong><mark>Careful Scarring Outcomes<\/mark><\/strong><br>\nWe perform surgical removal with <mark>meticulous care to avoid damage to the surrounding skin<\/mark>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ic-clinic.com\/wp-content\/themes\/ic_theme\/images\/ic_img\/lp\/atheroma\/img_tokutyo4.png\">\ud83d\udcb0 <strong><mark>Insurance-Covered Treatment Available<\/mark><\/strong><br>\nSurgical excision with a scalpel is <span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>fully covered by health insurance<\/strong><\/span> at our clinic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ic-clinic.com\/wp-content\/themes\/ic_theme\/images\/ic_img\/lp\/lipoma\/img_tokutyo5.png\">\ud83c\udfe0 <strong><mark>No Hospitalization Required \u2014 Same-Day Surgery Available<\/mark><\/strong><br>\nFrom consultation to procedure, the process is smooth and efficient. <mark>Same-day surgery is available<\/mark>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ic-clinic.com\/wp-content\/themes\/ic_theme\/images\/ic_img\/lp\/atheroma\/img_tokutyo6.png\">\ud83d\ude83 <strong><mark>Convenient Location<\/mark><\/strong><br>\nOur clinics are located <mark>within a 3-minute walk of major terminal stations<\/mark> in central Tokyo, including JR Shinjuku South Exit and JR Shibuya Station.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"i-18\">\ud83e\udd14 Many of our patients come to us with the following concerns.<br>Do any of these sound familiar?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2705 Those who want to<br>remove <span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>raised skin growths<\/strong><\/span><br>on the neck, underarms, or similar areas<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2705 Busy professionals who<br><span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>cannot set aside a large block of time<\/strong><\/span><br>for treatment<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2705 Women who care deeply about achieving<br><span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>aesthetically pleasing results<\/strong><\/span><br>after surgery<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We carefully assess the condition of each patient\u2019s skin and recommend <mark>treatment options that aim to minimize scarring as much as possible<\/mark>. <span style=\"color: red;\"><strong>Our physicians bring broad knowledge and clinical experience to every procedure<\/strong><\/span> \u2014 please feel free to consult us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-20959078 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/ic-clinic.com\/reservation\/ueno\/\">\ud83c\udfaf Find Your Ideal Treatment Plan \u2014 Book Now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"i-19\">\ud83d\udcda References<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Japanese Dermatological Association, ed. <em>Dermatology, 11th Edition<\/em>. 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Applications of cryotherapy in skin conditions. <em>J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol<\/em>. 2015;29(4):631-638.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\ud83d\udca1 What You Will Learn from This Article \u2728 Understand the causes and treatment options for skin tags \u2728 Learn how to distinguish them from malignant tumors \u2728 Find out how to keep costs down with insurance-covered treatment \u2728 Avoid the risks of leaving skin tags untreated \u26a0\ufe0f What Could Happen If You Don\u2019t Read &#8230; <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":0,"featured_media":0,"parent":79973,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_yoast_wpseo_focuskw":"","_yoast_wpseo_title":"","_yoast_wpseo_metadesc":"","_yoast_wpseo_meta-robots-noindex":"","footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-81072","page","type-page","status-publish","entry","nothumb"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ic-clinic-ueno.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/81072","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ic-clinic-ueno.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ic-clinic-ueno.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ic-clinic-ueno.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=81072"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/ic-clinic-ueno.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/81072\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":82805,"href":"https:\/\/ic-clinic-ueno.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/81072\/revisions\/82805"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ic-clinic-ueno.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/79973"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ic-clinic-ueno.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=81072"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}