The skin tag is stretchy and seems like it might fall off. Can I cut it with scissors?

😊 These kinds of skin tags, which are stretchy and seem like they might come off, are something doctors strongly advise against cutting off at home with scissors. Even though they may seem small, cutting them yourself carries risks of infection, inflammation, or excessive bleeding. Importantly, you will still feel pain even though they are just unwanted body parts.

The polyp the patient mentioned may be Acrochordon. They are usually harmless and commonly found. Sometimes they might reappear in 3-4 months, but if you want to remove them, the doctor recommends using medical devices instead. Cauterization is safe. CO2 laser treatment is safe. And it must be done by a doctor. There's no risk of infection, excessive bleeding, the wound heals quickly, and you don't have to worry about scarring.