Genital Skin Tag or Genital Wart???

Hi, In the last month I shaved my pubic hairs and i do a lot of walking to and from class. Also in the last month since i shaved i have noticed 3 skin growths that i did not previously recognize and all but one are in the crease of skin between my pubic area and my inner thigh, and they cannot be seen unless you pull the over to see it. The other is located near the base of my penis but is definitely not on it. I will also not that these are raised and small and i can move them freely. they are also skin color and are in creases of my skin... So do you think they are Skin tags or genital warts? I have seen a doctor and she cut two off to be tested but its gonna be a week before the results come back and im currently having a panic attack....

Ps. i am sexually active but have only had two partners

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
From the symptoms it looks like skin tags. Skin tag is a benign condition and you do not have to worry about it. These tiny skin growths generally cause no symptoms unless they are repeatedly irritated. The commonest area where they occur are armpits, groins, neckfolds etc. Treatment options include removing with scissors, freezing (using liquid nitrogen), and burning (using medical electric cautery at the physician's office). You should consult a dermatologist to find out which treatment is the best one for you.

It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.