Can't sunspots be removed by cauterization like skin tags?

Q: Can't sunspots be removed by cauterization like skin tags?

Sunspots and skin tags are different. Sunspots are brown spots caused by sun exposure, leading to excessive melanin production under the skin. Skin tags, on the other hand, are raised bumps on the skin, similar to moles but not the same. Therefore, they require different treatments. Many patients still mistakenly believe they are the same. Sunspots cannot be removed by cauterization like skin tags because they are under the skin. However, they can be treated with lasers, such as Pico Laser, which reduces melanin production, or with dark spot reducing creams if they aren't too dark. Most importantly, daily sunscreen application is crucial to prevent recurrence. Prevention is better than cure. Skin tags, however, can be removed directly because they are raised bumps. I can use lasers or electrical currents to remove them smoothly. Don't worry, our clinic offers this service.

Dr. Apinya Saokaew

No. 49465

Sunspots and skin tags are different. Sunspots are brown spots caused by sun exposure leading to overproduction of melanin under the skin. Skin tags, on the other hand, are raised bumps on the skin, similar to moles but not the same. Therefore, they require different treatments. Many patients still mistakenly believe they are the same thing.

samsa Doctors can't remove it by cauterizing it like skin tags because it's under the skin, but we can treat it with lasers, for example. Pico Laser Products that help reduce pigmentation, or using creams to reduce dark spots, can help if they're not too dark yet. But most importantly, you must apply sunscreen every day, otherwise they will come back. I'll tell you straight, prevention is better than cure for freckles and melasma.

part กระเนื้อ This can be removed directly. Since it's a raised bump, the doctor can use a laser or electrical current to remove it and make it smooth. Don't worry, the clinic offers this service.

If the patient is unsure whether...If you have sunspots or skin tags, the doctor recommends that you come in for an examination first so that we can choose the most appropriate treatment method.

This answer provides only preliminary information. Please schedule an appointment with a doctor for a detailed examination and information.

Skin tag removal (or removal of skin tags/moles): A flat rate of 5000 baht for the entire face.

Sunspots and skin tags are not the same and require different treatments.

ใช่ ค่ะ samsa (Solar Lentigines) and กระเนื้อ Seborrheic keratosis is a different type of skin problem, and the treatment methods are different.

Treating sunspots

This is caused by prolonged exposure to sunlight, leading to the accumulation of melanin pigments and the formation of brown or black spots on the skin.
It is often found in areas frequently exposed to sunlight, such as the face, arms, or backs of the hands.
Treatment:
- Use lasers such as Pico Laser or Q-Switched.
- Use products that reduce dark spots, such as retinoids or whitening agents.
- Protect your skin by applying sunscreen regularly.

Treating skin tags

It is a benign skin tumor, appearing as a raised, brown or black bump with a rough surface.
It can be caused by genetics or increasing age.
Treatment:
- It can be removed with a CO2 laser.
- Electrocautery
- Certain acids, such as TCA, can be used to help remove it.
- Applying cream won't help.
- Self-cutting with any non-medical device is not recommended.

If you want to get rid of it, it's best to consult a doctor.

Sunspots cannot be removed by cauterization like skin tags because sunspots are a problem of pigmentation under the skin, while skin tags are skin tumors that can be removed directly by cauterization. If you want to treat sunspots, you should consult a dermatologist to choose the most appropriate method.