Treatment Treatment is usually not necessary unless the cutaneous tags are irritating or are cosmetically displeasing. Cutaneous tags are benign and usually not bothersome. They may become irritated or be cosmetically displeasing. There is usually no regrowth or scar formation after removal. New cutaneous tags may appear elsewhere on the body.
Complications There are usually no complications.
Occasionally, irritation and discomfort may occur. The skin tags may be cosmetically unsightly. Calling Your Health Care Provider Call your health care provider if cutaneous tags are present and you want them removed or if the appearance of a cutaneous tag changes. Prevention Prevention is unknown. The information provided herein should not be used for diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition.