Skin Tags: What Are They and Where Can I Get Them Removed in Belfast?

Skin tags are one of the most common benign skin lesions that we see in clinic. Although they are harmless, many people choose to have them removed because they catch on clothing, jewellery or become cosmetically bothersome.

At Laser & Skin Belfast, we offer CryoPen skin tag removal for suitable lesions following assessment.

What are skin tags?

Skin tags are small, soft growths that develop on the skin.

They are usually:

• Flesh coloured

• Soft to the touch

• Attached to the skin by a small stalk

• Painless

• Non-cancerous

Skin tags can vary in size from very small lesions to larger growths.

Where do skin tags commonly appear?

Skin tags are most commonly found in areas where skin rubs together.

Common areas include:

• Neck

• Underarms

• Eyelids

• Under the breasts

• Groin area

• Chest

Some people develop only one skin tag, while others may develop multiple lesions over time.

What causes skin tags?

The exact cause of skin tags is not always known, but they are more commonly seen in:

• Adults

• Areas of friction

• People with a family history of skin tags

• During hormonal changes

• Individuals who are prone to developing multiple skin lesions

Skin tags are extremely common and are usually nothing to worry about.

Can skin tags be removed?

Yes. Many people choose to have skin tags removed because they:

• Catch on clothing

• Become irritated

• Catch during shaving

• Rub on jewellery

• Affect confidence

Removal is usually a quick procedure when the lesion is suitable for treatment.

How are skin tags removed?

At Laser & Skin Belfast, suitable skin tags may be treated using CryoPen.

CryoPen uses a controlled freezing technique to target the lesion while minimising damage to surrounding tissue.

Following treatment, the lesion may:

• Darken

• Shrivel

• Dry out

• Gradually fall away as the area heals

Healing times vary depending on the size and location of the lesion.

Are all skin lesions suitable for removal?

Although skin tags are very common, not every raised lesion is actually a skin tag.

Before treatment, we will always assess the lesion to ensure it appears suitable for CryoPen removal. If there is any uncertainty about the nature of the lesion, we may recommend further investigation before proceeding.

Your safety is always our priority, which is why every lesion is assessed before treatment.

How much does skin tag removal cost?

At Laser & Skin Belfast, CryoPen lesion removal starts from £65.

The exact cost depends on:

• The size of the lesion

• The number of lesions

• The location being treated

Pricing will be discussed before treatment.

Skin tag removal in Belfast

Laser & Skin Belfast offers CryoPen skin lesion removal from our clinic on Lisburn Road.

If you have a skin tag that catches, irritates you or simply bothers you cosmetically, book an appointment at Laser & Skin Belfast and we will assess the lesion before treatment to ensure it is suitable for CryoPen removal.

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