What are the small flesh-colored growths on the head and neck?
Disease description:
Small flesh-colored growths on the head and neck are known as skin tags or filiform warts. Filiform warts are caused by a viral infection. When the skin's resistance is low, infection with this virus can lead to skin lesions. Treatment options include liquid nitrogen cryotherapy, microwave ablation, or carbon dioxide laser ablation. In daily life, it is recommended to eat a light diet, avoid spicy and irritating foods, and abstain from smoking and alcohol consumption.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Lv Aiming
Small flesh-colored growths on the head and neck are acrochordons (skin tags), not filiform warts. Filiform warts are caused by viral infection, typically human papillomavirus (HPV). When the skin's resistance is low, infection with this virus can lead to skin lesions. Common treatments include liquid nitrogen cryotherapy, microwave ablation, or carbon dioxide laser ablation. In daily life, it is recommended to eat a light diet, avoid spicy and irritating foods, and refrain from smoking and drinking alcohol.
