Rectal skin tags

Rectal skin tags

Rectal skin tags are small skin folds around the anus, which are usually harmless. They are often small, soft and fleshy in texture and are usually the same colour as the surrounding skin. Rectal skin tags are usually not considered harmful and generally do not cause pain or discomfort. They often arise as a result of stretched skin, such as in pregnancy, obesity, anal sex or certain medical conditions such as haemorrhoids.In some cases they may be removed by means of an outpatient procedure (minor surgery) under local anaesthesia.

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The costs of removing  rectal skin tags

If you have a referral letter from your general practitioner, your health insurer will generally reimburse the cost of marisk removal. However, you should take into account your excess. This is a legally determined amount of (at least) €385. We have agreements with all health insurers. For a full understanding of which costs are reimbursed, contact your health insurer.

Frequently asked questions about rectal skin tags

How do you treat rectal skin tags?

If you want to get rid of your rectal skin tags, they can be removed by a doctor. However, they are often harmless and if they do not cause you any discomfort they do not have to be removed. If rectal skin tags are removed, this can be done by means of an outpatient procedure (minor surgery) under local anaesthesia.

Can rectal skin tags be cancerous?

Rectal skin tags are generally benign, meaning that they are most often nog cancerous. However, if you are unsure, you should consult your doctor.

How do I know whether it is a skin tag or a hemorrhoid?

The difference between rectal skin tags and hemorrhoids is that rectal skin tags are not painful and do not bleed, where hermorrhoids can be quite painful and bleed more often.

Can I remove rectal skin tags myself?

If you experience discomfort of your skin tag, you should always get it removed by a medic.

Are rectal skin tags dangerous?

Rectal skin tags are mostly benign and therefore not dangerous.

Why do I get rectal skin tags?

Rectal skin tags often develop due to stretched skin, which can occur during pregnancy, obesity, anal sex, or from medical conditions like hemorrhoids.