Aftercare
Cryotherapy and skin tag removal
What to do
- Keep the area dry until the scab forms
- Do not pick the scab or blister, to reduce the risk of scarring
- Cover the area with a dressing if it is likely to rub
- Think about the timing of strenuous activity in the first few days
- Painkillers can help with discomfort in the first 24 hours
- Protect the area with a high SPF to reduce the risk of pigmentation change
What is normal
- Discomfort during and after treatment, which painkillers can help with in the first 24 hours
- Swelling and redness that settle after two to three days, possibly with minor oozing
- Puffiness when treating near the eyes, which settles within days
- A blister and then a scab as the area heals
When to call
The main risk is a change in skin colour, usually a lighter or darker patch where the lesion was, which is more likely without a high-factor sunscreen and in deeper skin tones. Scarring and infection are uncommon and are reduced by not picking the scab and following your aftercare. The most important safeguard is the assessment itself: Annie only treats lesions that are clearly benign, and anything suspicious is referred.
The clinic number is 07359 836026. If you are worried, call or message rather than wait. If you cannot reach us and it is urgent, call NHS 111, or 999 in an emergency.