Im 15 and just about last year i got 2 skin tags under my ams. I have just started shaved under my arms and i acidentally cut one of them. It hurts really bad. Im terrified to go to the doctor to have it removed but what else can i do to get rid of them? FYI:Some one has told me that they are caused from being overwieght but i am NO where near overwieght.
2006-06-06 14:35:47 · 4 answers · asked by krystinrae11 2 in Beauty & Style ➔ Skin & Body
Well, it might not hurt anymore if you get the tags removed, because after they remove the tag they kill the nerve endings that are attached to them.
2006-06-06 14:38:10 · answer #1 · answered by Elizabeth 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They're not necessarily caused by being overweight - anyone of any age or size can get them and they're a common thing.
The cut you have can be treated as you would with any other cut, a skin tag is no different to the skin on the rest of your body. You could use an antiseptic cream to sooth the cut. Depending where the skin tags are under your arm, the pain may be being caused by putting strain on the damaged tissue (when you stretch for example).
You should have them removed and there really is nothing to be afraid of. Most doctors will be able to remove skin tags for you without the need to consult a specialist. The removal procedure is quick, simple and straightforward and involves a small injection to numb the area in question then cauterizing the skin tags. It will only take a minute or two and after the injection wears off you won't feel any pain or tenderness. In fact, the only unpleasant sensation you're likely to experience is the smell from the cauterizing.
Make an appointment to see your doctor and get them removed - you'll be glad that you did. Best wishes.
2006-06-06 14:47:32 · answer #2 · answered by Trevor 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
my husband just had 2 removed from under his arm and they were a little sore. the doctor told him that if they were ever cut, to put deodorant over them to stop the bleeding and they would heal themselves. they're not dangerous or anything. no other way to get rid of them, than by a doctor cutting them off, but they are not from being overweight!
2006-06-06 14:39:32 · answer #3 · answered by melody 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
skin tags are caused by friction (like where your bra rubs against your side every day, for example). I had a couple removed by my doctor a few years ago, and it was really no big deal...
2006-06-06 14:42:40 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋