{"id":119084,"date":"2025-03-25T13:50:14","date_gmt":"2025-03-25T06:50:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/inovatestory.com\/?p=119084"},"modified":"2025-03-25T13:50:14","modified_gmt":"2025-03-25T06:50:14","slug":"dealing-with-papillomas-on-your-neck-or-underarms-heres-what-you-need-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/inovatestory.com\/dealing-with-papillomas-on-your-neck-or-underarms-heres-what-you-need-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"Dealing with Papillomas on Your Neck or Underarms? Here\u2019s What You Need to Know!\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Papillomas, also known as skin tags, are harmless yet common skin growths that often pop up in areas where skin rubs together, like the neck, underarms, or eyelids. While they don\u2019t pose a health risk, they can be a nuisance for many. Here\u2019s everything you need to know to manage them!\n</p><h3>What Causes Papillomas?\n</h3><p>Papillomas are typically caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) and are more common in people with:\n</p><ul>\n<li>Friction-prone skin, like on the neck and underarms\n</li><li>Obesity or diabetes\n</li><li>A weakened immune system\n</li><li>Hormonal changes\n</li><li>Though not dangerous, papillomas can grow or multiply over time.\n</li><li><img fetchpriority='\"high\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"aligncenter' size-full wp-image-119087 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/inovatestory.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2025%5C/03%5C/papilomas.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"891\"' height='\"668\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/inovatestory.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/papilomas.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n\n<h3>Can Papillomas Be Removed?\n</h3><p>Yes, they can! While papillomas often don\u2019t require treatment, many people opt to remove them for cosmetic reasons. Here are a few options:\n</p><p><strong>Medical Removal (Quick and Effective):\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Cryotherapy: Freezing off the growth with liquid nitrogen\n<li><strong>Electrocautery: Burning off the skin tag with an electric current\n<li><strong>Surgical removal: Painlessly cutting them off under local anesthesia\n\n<p><strong>Home Remedies (Natural and Gradual):\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Apple Cider Vinegar: Soak a cotton ball in ACV and apply it to the papilloma for 10-15 minutes each day\n<li><strong>Tea Tree Oil: Dab directly onto the papillomas for a natural drying effect\n<li><strong>Garlic Paste: Crush garlic and apply it to the skin tag to help reduce its size over time\n\n<h3>When Should You See a Doctor?\n</h3><p>It\u2019s a good idea to consult a healthcare professional if:\n</p><p>The papillomas grow rapidly or change color\n</p><p>They become painful, itchy, or bleed\n</p><p>You\u2019re unsure whether it&rsquo;s a papilloma or another skin condition\n</p><p>If you&rsquo;re tired of dealing with skin tags, you don\u2019t have to just live with them. Get the help you need to decide if removal is right for you!\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"</p><p>Papillomas, also known as skin tags, are harmless yet common skin growths that often pop up in areas where skin rubs together, like the neck, underarms, or eyelids. While they don\u2019t pose a health risk, they can be a nuisance for many. Here\u2019s everything you need to know to manage them! What Causes Papillomas? 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