Skin tags are common, soft, small, flesh-colored or hyperpigmented, pedunculated lesions; there are usually multiple lesions, typically on the neck, axilla, and groin. Multiple skin tags may be associated with insulin resistance.Skin tags are common, soft, small, flesh-colored or hyperpigmented, pedunculated lesions; there are usually multiple lesions, typically on the neck, axilla, and groin. Multiple skin tags may be associated with insulin resistance.
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Skin tags are usually asymptomatic but may be irritating.
Screening patients who have multiple skin tags for insulin resistance is sometimes recommended (1).
General reference
1. Schilling WH, Crook MA: Cutaneous stigmata associated with insulin resistance and increased cardiovascular risk. : Cutaneous stigmata associated with insulin resistance and increased cardiovascular risk.Int J Dermatol 53(9):1062-1069, 2014. doi: 10.1111/ijd.12463
Treatment of Skin Tags
Removal if irritating or unsightly
Irritating or unsightly skin tags can be removed by freezing with liquid nitrogen, light electrodesiccation, or excision with a scalpel or scissors.
