Warts and Skin Tags Removal

The removal of warts and skin tags is a common dermatological procedure. Both warts and skin tags are benign growths on the skin, but their removal methods can differ. It is always recommended to consult with a healthcare professional, such as a dermatologist, for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment plan. Here are some common methods used for the removal of warts and skin tags:

1. Wart Removal:

• Cryotherapy: This involves freezing the wart with liquid nitrogen, causing it to blister and eventually fall off.
• Electrocautery: An electrical current is used to burn and destroy the wart tissue.
• Laser therapy: A laser beam is directed at the wart to destroy it.
• Topical medications: Over-the-counter or prescription creams, gels, or solutions containing salicylic acid, podophyllin, or other ingredients can be used to dissolve the wart gradually.
• Surgical excision: For larger or stubborn warts, surgical removal under local anesthesia may be necessary.

2. Skin Tag Removal:

• Surgical excision: The skin tag is cut off using surgical scissors or a scalpel after the area is numbed with a local anesthetic.
• Cauterization: The skin tag is burned off using heat or electric current.
• Cryotherapy: Similar to wart removal, liquid nitrogen is used to freeze and remove the skin tag.
• Ligation: A small band or thread is tied around the base of the skin tag, cutting off its blood supply and causing it to eventually fall off.