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How to recognize these growths?
A skin tag, which is a growth of flesh, is formed from the dermis and epidermis. These are the middle and superficial layers of the skin, respectively. While we commonly refer to them as “nipples,” doctors also use the terms “fibroepithelial polyp” or “molluscum pendulum.” As Dr. Isabelle Gallay, a dermatologist, explains, a skin tag is a very common phenomenon that does not pose a cancerous risk. In reality, this lump, which is around 4-5 millimeters in diameter, is a benign tumor belonging to the fibroid family.
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