Skin tags are small, fleshy bumps that hang from the skin. Although they are usually painless and harmless, they can be a cosmetic problem for many people. The main reasons for their appearance are:
Skin friction: Skin tags are most common in areas where skin rubs against each other or against clothing. That’s why they are most common on the neck, armpits, eyelids, and under the breasts.
Insulin resistance and diabetes: High blood sugar levels and insulin resistance can cause skin tags. Excessive skin tags are often a symptom of type 2 diabetes.
Obesity: People who are overweight are more likely to develop skin tags. This is due to increased skin folds and increased friction.
Hormonal changes: Skin tags often appear during pregnancy due to hormonal changes in women. This is because the growth factors in the skin cells increase during this time.
Heredity and age: If someone in the family has skin tags, you are more likely to get them. Also, as you age, the elasticity of your skin decreases, which can lead to an increase in bumps.
