Skin Tags, Moles and Seborrhoeic Keratoses

We assess and remove skin tags, selected moles when appropriate, and non-viral seborrhoeic keratoses (also called age warts or seborrhoeic warts). Seborrhoeic keratoses are benign, non-infectious growths of built-up skin cells. They are common with age and do not turn into skin cancer. BAD Patient Hub+1

What we treat

Skin tags

• Soft, skin-coloured outgrowths in rubbing areas like the neck or underarms.
• Can be removed in clinic for comfort or appearance after assessment. NHS advice notes they are harmless, but any lesion that changes or looks unusual should be reviewed. vascularsurgery.org.uk

Seborrhoeic keratoses (age warts, non-viral)

• Brown, waxy or stuck-on looking lesions that can flake or itch.
• Options include curettage, cautery or cryotherapy depending on size, site and skin type. cdn.bad.org.uk+1

Moles

• Benign moles may be removed in selected cases after assessment.
• Any new, changing or atypical pigmented lesion should be medically assessed rather than removed for cosmetic reasons. Primary Care Dermatology Society

Appointment and aftercare

• Assessment and consent: medical history, lesion identification and photography.
• Technique: chosen for the lesion and area involved.
• Aftercare: expect a flat scab or mild redness that settles in days to two weeks. Keep the area clean and dry as advised, avoid picking, and use SPF on exposed sites. Seek review for unexpected bleeding, spreading redness or increasing pain. cdn.bad.org.uk

When to seek medical review first

New or changing pigmented lesions, non-healing lesions, or anything that looks very different to your other moles should be assessed by your GP or a dermatologist. UK primary-care guidance provides clear referral criteria. Primary Care Dermatology Society

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Sources

• British Association of Dermatologists. Patient information: seborrhoeic keratosis. BAD Patient Hub
• Primary Care Dermatology Society. Seborrhoeic keratoses overview and treatment options. Primary Care Dermatology Society
• NHS. Skin tags information for the public. vascularsurgery.org.uk

Important information for UK readers

We do not advertise prescription-only medicines to the public. References to anti-wrinkle injections are provided as general information only. Any prescription treatment is considered only after an in-person consultation with a qualified prescriber, who will assess suitability, discuss risks, benefits and alternatives, and decide whether a prescription is appropriate. Content on this page is not a substitute for medical advice. It does not include product pricing or inducements. It follows CAP Code rule 12.12 and MHRA guidance on advertising prescription-only medicines. asa.org.uk+1