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Skin tags can form just about anywhere on the body, and that includes the vulva. While these skin growths are harmless, they can make many people self-conscious and even interfere during sex. If you’re struggling with vulvar skin tags, our team at MAIA can remove them quickly and easily.
What are Vulvar Skin Tags?
Vulvar skin tags are tiny, noncancerous growths that appear on the vulva. They aren’t contagious or signs of an STI. They are often confused for genital warts. They typically don’t come with any symptoms, but if they make you self-conscious, they can be easily removed.
What Causes Vulvar Skin Tags?
More often than not, vulvar skin tags form due to friction between folds of skin. When the upper part of the thigh comes in contact with the vulva, that’s typically how these skin tags form. The friction between skin and clothing and skin and underwear can also lead to skin tags.
Skin tags are also common in pregnant people, those with insulin resistance and Type 2 diabetes, and those who have a family history of skin tags.
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What to Expect from Vulvar Skin Tag Removal
Since vulvar skin tags are harmless, they usually don’t require treatment and can sometimes fall off on their own. But if you would like a skin tag removed for whatever reason, the procedure is relatively simple.
They can be removed using electricity to burn off the tag, surgically removed with a scalpel, or frozen with liquid nitrogen and allowed to fall off. We can also use surgical thread to cut off the blood flow to the skin tag.
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No matter where a skin tag is, you never want to remove it on your own as it could cause an infection. If you have a vulvar skin tag that’s bothering you, don’t hesitate to schedule a consultation today. Call our office at 630-320-6703 or complete our online contact form.
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