Many of us have noticed that we have small, soft growths on our skin that are often mistaken for moles or birthmarks. But they are very different from those and are known as skin tags, said Dr. Prashant Katakol, a neurosurgeon with over 33 years of experience.
Dr. Katakol explained on Instagram on January 1 that the presence of a skin tag in an individual does not mean that the person already has a certain disease. But it’s definitely an early warning sign for your body to start taking care of your health.
What disease do skin tags indicate?
Skin tags, especially if they are present in the neck or armpit area, can be an early sign of the disease. insulin resistanceshared Dr. Katakol.
According to cleveland clinic According to the website, insulin resistance is a complex condition that occurs when muscle, fat, and liver cells do not respond properly to insulin. Insulin is a hormone secreted by the pancreas that is involved in regulating blood sugar levels.
“Insulin resistance is associated with symptoms such as: PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome), fatty liver, type 2 diabetes“What most people don’t realize is that insulin resistance begins years before your blood tests become abnormal,” said Dr. Katakol.
On the positive side, Dr. Katakol shared that the right lifestyle changes can increase insulin sensitivity and reverse symptoms.
Can skin tags be removed?
According to cleveland clinicmost skin tags do not require treatment and some will fall off on their own. However, if your skin tag is irritating and you want to remove it, you can consult a dermatologist.
There are commercially available skin tag removal products, but they may be unsafe and can cause scarring, excessive bleeding, infection, and damage to nearby healthy skin.
Dermatologists have many tools at their disposal to safely remove skin tags. These may include:
- A sharp instrument for shaving or cutting, such as a scalpel.
- Freezes extremely cold gas (liquid nitrogen).
- Burn it off with heat (cautery) or stop the bleeding.
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