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I'm not sure if it's a skin tag or a wart. What's the difference?

Dr. Apinya Saokaew

No. 49465

It's quite difficult to see, but there are some clear differences to be observed.

Touch and shape (the most obvious differences).

  • Skin tags: It will have the following characteristics: "Nim" Smooth skin is usually found on the surface of a tree. "Small stems" They are attached to the skin, causing the tag to protrude slightly and move around a bit. The color usually blends in with the skin or is slightly darker. Prices start per spot. 300 baht (excluding the 200 baht for the topical medication)
  • wart: It will have the following characteristics: "Hard and rough." The rough surface (sometimes resembling small cauliflower florets, a distinctive feature understood by dermatologists) has a base that adheres tightly to the skin. No hanging stem. Sometimes, if you look closely, you might see tiny black dots inside (which are clogged capillaries). The price starts at 2500 baht per dot. (Excluding topical medication, 200 baht)

Locations where it usually occurs.

  • Skin tags: I like to go up at this spot. "There is friction on the skin." For example, the neck, armpits, groin, under the breasts, or eyelids.
  • wart: It usually appears at this spot. "Frequent contact with objects or tripping over things." For example, fingers, back of the hand, sole of the foot, heel, knee.

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

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Skin tagsMolesWarts
It is located on a shallow surface.Embedded deep into the skin.Embedded deep into the skin.
It's a soft, fleshy growth protruding from the skin.Soft skinRough, coarse texture
No contact.No contact.Contactable.
No hair grew out.Hair may grow out.No hair grew out.
It often occurs in areas of friction.It often occurs in areas exposed to sunlight.It often occurs in areas with thick skin.
The cause is friction.The causes include sun damage and genetics.It is caused by a virus.
Same color as skin (no dark pigments)สีน้ำตาลSame color as skin (no dark pigments)

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