Home Remedies and Herbs for Anal Skin Tag

Anal skin tags are small pieces of skin that hang from or near the anal opening. They are not something to worry about in many cases Many patients who encounter anal skin tags do not report much discomfort. They can be mistaken for hemorrhoids or even warts.¹ If they do become a problem for the patient, it is recommended the patient speak to their doctor about removing the anal skin tags.

What Causes Anal Skin Tags?

Anal skin tags can be caused by a few different problems. These are mostly related to going to the bathroom and the cleanliness of the anal area thereafter. There are other causes of anal skin tags that are unrelated to this, however. Some of the causes of anal skin tags are:

• Constipation
• Childbirth
• Anal Intercourse
• Rectal Surgery ²

What are some symptoms of Anal Skin Tags?

Most anal skin tags have no symptoms. The patient may notice them after using the toilet or wiping themselves on a regular basis. It is worth noting that anal skin tags can lead to other anal symptoms such as:

• itching
• possible bleeding
• soreness ³

Anal Skin Tag Diagnosis

To diagnose anal skin tags a physician will usually inspect the anal area. If the patient goes in to see their doctor for this reason, the doctor may also decide to ask certain questions to access the patient’s overall wellness. They may ask if there is bleeding present or if there are other problems that are causing the anal skin tags to become uncomfortable.

Natural Medicinal Options for Anal Skin Tags

While there are many ways for a physician to treat anal skin tags, there are many different natural options to help treat them as well. Some of the natural options to help manage or treat anal skin tags include:

• Lemon: If the patient uses the juice of a lemon on a cotton ball it may help to cool the area and also help cleanse the anal skin tag as well. Be aware that if there is open skin on the anal skin tag, this will be uncomfortable and may sting.
• Fenugreek Plant: This can be taken orally to help manage anal skin tags. Put it in capsule form and ingest for health benefits.
• Tea Tree Oil: This can be used topically when applied to the anal skin tag. It can help to dry the skin tag and may assist in its natural removal from the anal area.
• Pineapple Juice: This is another topical remedy that may help the anal skin tag to go away. If it is applied to the affected area three times a day for two weeks, it may cleanse the area enough to where the anal skin tag may fall off. ⁴

Conclusion

Anal skin tags are usually not a reason for concern. While they are often embarrassing and unsightly, they rarely cause the patient harm. It is worth noting that if the patient becomes concerned or has a medical history that includes any sort of anal cancer or other issues within the anal area that they have their doctor examine the anal skin tag for abnormalities. The most important piece of information to remember with regards to anal skin tags is to keep the anal area as clean as possible through proper wiping and cleaning after using the toilet. This will help to lessen the amount of bacteria build up that can lead to anal skin tags.

References

1. http://www.webmd.boots.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/guide/anal-skin-tags
2. http://www.beyonddisease.com/anal-skin-tags
3. http://www.birminghambowelclinic.co.uk/anal-skin-tags-symptoms/
4. http://www.curesdecoded.com/conditions/Anal%20Skin%20Tags/270