Member Comments are provided by individuals and reflect their personal opinions only. Under NO circumstances should you act on any advice or opinion posted in this forum. ALWAYS check with your personal physician before taking any action regarding your health! MedHelp International and our partners, sponsors and affiliates have no obligation to monitor any comments posted on this site, or the content and/or accuracy of such exchanges. MedHelp International does not endorse the views of any user.
Dermatology (Expert Forum)
skin cancer-skin tag
Answered by
Alan Rockoff, MD - dermatology, Child Skin Problems
The Rockoff Dermatology Center
Brookline - MA
Welcome to the DERMATOLOGY FORUM! Questions in this forum are answered by Dermatologists from St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital, under the direction of Andrew Alexis, M.D., M.P.H.
Doctor's Answer
by Alan Rockoff, MD, Nov 11, 2005 12:00AM
, Nov 11, 2005 12:00AM
Not much. When skin tags twist or lose their blood supply, they turn black, and sometimes hurt, and often fall off. This is not a problem. When you get a chance, show a doctor if there's anything left. meantime, just keep the area covered, so it won't get irritated. (This is for your comfort, not for any health concern.)
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
