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Anal acrochordon - Anogenital in
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Anal acrochordon - Anogenital in

Contributors: Mary Spencer MD, Ann Lenane MD, Sireesha Reddy MD, Amy Swerdlin MD, Manasi Kadam Ladrigan MD, Carol Berkowitz MD
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Synopsis

Also known as a skin tag, these benign growths of unknown etiology usually occur in intertriginous areas. They are usually asymptomatic but can become irritated or inflamed by friction. They can become painful and bleed if there is trauma or shearing force. In the perianal area, they can be a sign of intestinal polyps.

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ICD10CM:
L91.8 – Other hypertrophic disorders of the skin

SNOMEDCT:
195469007 – Anal skin tag

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Last Updated:12/21/2008
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Anal acrochordon - Anogenital in
A medical illustration showing key findings of Anal acrochordon : Pedunculated papule, Perianal-anus
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