How to distinguish skin tags from acne

Skin tags and genital warts are both common skin diseases. Although these two diseases appear somewhat similar clinically, they can still be distinguished. Skin tags often appear in the scrotum area and are small protrusions. They change less and do not appear in groups or patches. Genital warts are different. As the disease progresses, genital warts will gradually grow and form patches, and can also cause more serious symptoms.

How to distinguish skin tags from acne

1. Identification of scrotal skin tags

In fact, it is relatively easy to distinguish it from genital warts. The specific operation method is that we can use gauze or paper towel, pour some white vinegar on it, and then apply it on the surface of these skin tags. If after a while, these skin tags appear white in the top, then it can basically be determined to be genital warts, and you should actively go to the hospital for treatment. If not, then it's not the case. Just pay more attention to hygiene in daily life.

2. Treatment of scrotal skin tags

For this benign scrotal skin tag, treatment is generally not required. But the premise is that it does not proliferate or grow. However, if there are signs of growth or enlargement, it is recommended to use laser treatment to remove it. This type of skin tag is generally caused by viral infection and is mostly caused by carelessness in daily life. Therefore, for your own health and safety, it is very necessary to have a clean and healthy habit and sex life.

For different skin tags, the corresponding treatment methods are also different. Generally speaking, scrotal skin tags are nothing more than genital warts and benign skin tags. If genital warts can be ruled out, there is no need to worry too much. but. If it is genital warts, you cannot delay and must treat it as soon as possible. You cannot have sexual intercourse during the treatment period. It is best for both parties involved in the sexual life to be examined and treated.