Skin tags, also known as acrochordons, are soft, small, flesh-colored growths that hang off the skin. They are made up of collagen fibers, blood vessels and a layer of skin. These growths are ...

If you have skin, you know that all kinds of hard bumps, rough patches, rashes and zit-like mini-mountains can show up from time to time. Some, like moles that change shape or color, are important to ...

Medically reviewed by Katlein Franca, MD Key Takeaways A wart is a hard bump caused by a virus and can be removed with over-the-counter products.  A skin tag is a soft flap of skin usually found in ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I have several unsightly skin tags on different areas of my body. As I age, I notice more of these skin tags appearing out of nowhere. What are skin tags, and are they harmful? Can I ...

Skin tags, those small, soft growths that dangle from the skin, often appear without warning and can spark curiosity or frustration. These benign flaps, typically flesh-colored or slightly darker, are ...

Skin tags are common and generally harmless. However, they can be a symptom of an underlying condition. You should never try to remove skin tags yourself. Doing so could lead to bleeding, scarring, or ...

Skin tags are small, benign growths that often appear on areas of the body where skin rubs against skin or clothing, such as the neck, armpits, groin, and under the breasts. While these growths are ...