Moles and skin tags are common skin growths that may appear on the face, neck, eyelids, underarms, and other parts of the body. While most are harmless, some may cause irritation, discomfort, or cosmetic concerns, particularly when they are visible or repeatedly rub against clothing and jewellery. Moles and skin tag removal in Mumbai offers patients an opportunity to have these growths professionally evaluated and, when appropriate, removed using a suitable medical or surgical technique.
Dr. Amiti Shah, a plastic surgeon practising in Mumbai, provides surgical expertise for a range of cosmetic and reconstructive concerns. At Shah Superspeciality Clinic, patients can seek an assessment of moles, skin tags, cysts, and other skin swellings to understand their nature and discuss suitable treatment options. The choice of procedure depends on the growth’s location, size, appearance, and whether laboratory examination is necessary.
Mole and skin tag removal involves assessing a skin growth and selecting an appropriate technique to remove it safely. Although moles and skin tags may look similar to some patients, they are different types of growth and require individual evaluation.
Moles, medically known as naevi, develop from pigment-producing cells called melanocytes. They may be flat or raised, brown, black, pink, or close to the surrounding skin colour. Some are present from birth, while others develop during childhood or adulthood.
Skin tags, also called acrochordons, are usually soft, small growths that project from the skin. They commonly appear in areas where skin rubs together, including the neck, armpits, groin, and eyelids.
The treatment may involve surgical excision, snip removal, or another technique selected by the treating doctor. Suspicious or uncertain growths may need to be removed in a way that allows histopathological examination.
Moles can develop because of genetic factors, natural changes in pigment-producing cells, and exposure to ultraviolet radiation. Their number and appearance vary among individuals. Most ordinary moles are benign, but changes in an existing mole or the appearance of an unusual new growth should be medically assessed.
Skin tags are associated with friction and may be more common in skin folds. Factors such as age, genetics, pregnancy-related hormonal changes, and metabolic conditions may also be associated with their development.
Neither moles nor skin tags should automatically be considered a medical problem. However, growths that change, bleed, become painful, or look unusual should be evaluated rather than treated purely for cosmetic reasons.
Removal may be appropriate when a growth causes discomfort, repeatedly catches on clothing, or affects confidence because of its appearance.
Common reasons to seek an assessment include: