Addressing the common concern of removing excess tissue surrounding the rectum can be accomplished in-office with anal skin tag removal in Cincinnati. Dr. Amy Brenner and her team of skilled professionals specialize in compassionate treatments that prioritize your comfort and well-being.
What are Anal Skin Tags?
Anal skin tags, also called rectal skin tags, are growths of excess tissue on the outside of the rectum. They are extremely common and often mistaken as hemorrhoids. Anal skin tags completely harmless; however, they can cause discomfort, embarrassment or decreased confidence during sexual intimacy and hygiene issues.
What Causes Anal Skin Tags?
The most common cause is having a history of hemorrhoids or an anal fissure (tear in the skin of the anus). Although the hemorrhoid or fissure resolves in time, in its place a skin tag forms. Both of these conditions are very common during or after pregnancy or in patients with chronic constipation. Another cause of anal skin tags is obesity.
What Anal Skin Tag Removal Treats:
- Skin tags
- Discomfort
- Hygiene issues
Process & Results
Anal Skin Tag Removal
Step 1.
Local Anesthesia
Anal Skin Tag Removal in Cincinnati is typically performed with local anesthesia and oral sedation. IV sedation is also available, if preferred, in our AAAASF accredited office surgical suite. Benefits of local anesthesia include decrease risk of complications from general anesthesia, quicker recovery, and cost savings.
Step 2.
Ellman Surgitron
Dr. Brenner utilizes the Ellman Surgitron, a unique instrument that has a cool tip, so thermal damage to the underlying tissue is able to be minimized or even eliminated. During this procedure, anal skin tags are excised, resulting in a smooth and natural looking perianal area.
Step 3.
Precise Cuts
The Surgitron is unparalleled in its finesse and no-touch technique. The Surgitron provides superior precision and cutting (compared to a scalpel), less thermal injury, thereby promoting faster and less painful healing.
Step 4.
Results
All sutures used in Anal Skin Tag removal are self-dissolvable and disappear within six weeks.
Procedure Time
The procedure takes 30 – 60 minutes.
Recovery Time
The first week following surgery, Dr. Brenner will advise avoiding heavy lifting and exercise. Most patients can return to normal activity in two weeks.
Side Effects
In the first days after the procedure, Dr. Brenner may recommend you take a laxative or try a liquid diet to make using the restroom easier and reduce the possibility of constipation. Medication will be prescribed to control pain and prevent infection.
Anal Skin Tag Removal FAQs:
Can Anal Skin Tag Removal Be Paired With Other Surgeries?
Absolutely, this procedure is often performed in combination with other types of cosmetic surgery such as Labiaplasty Minora, Labiaplasty Majora, Clitoral Hood Reduction, Vaginoplasty and Perineoplasty. It may also be combined with the O-Shot® or other gynecologic procedures, such as MyFlow® or MyControl®.
Can We Do a Phone/Video Consultation?
Of course! A lot of our patients travel to receive their surgeries and we are here to assist you. Our team will work with you to set up an initial consultation and then help you with every step after that to ensure an easy process.
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Is it a Hemorrhoid or Anal Skin Tag?
Dr. Brenner explains how to tell the difference between Anal Skin Tag & Hemorrhoids.
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