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Anal Skin Tag Removal at Oshun · Kingston, Jamaica

Cleaner finish.
Outpatient.

Anal Skin Tag Removal at Oshun is performed by Dr. Charles Rockhead — a quick outpatient surgical removal of perianal skin tags (often residual from healed haemorrhoids). Performed under local anaesthetic; same-day discharge with one to two weeks of mild restriction.

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No obligation · Every consultation is in-person with Dr. Rockhead.

Four things that are true of every visit

Care by an OB/GYN

Every procedure at Oshun is reviewed and led by a board-certified Obstetrician and Gynaecologist. Dr. Rockhead is a physician first — the same one who treats women's health on the other side of his practice.

30 years caring for women

Three decades as a practicing OB/GYN at Amadeo Medical Group, the parent clinical practice. Every Anal Skin Tag Removal plan is reviewed by a physician who has cared for women through pregnancy, surgery, perimenopause, and post-natal recovery.

Written plan first

Every Anal Skin Tag Removal patient leaves consultation with a written plan: areas, technique, timing, recovery, cost. Returning patients refine the same plan rather than starting from scratch every visit.

Conservative, considered

Oshun's approach favours conservative, considered care over aggressive intervention. Decisions are made in conversation with you, options are presented in plain language, and consent is informed at every step.

The honest version

Why anal skin tag removal sometimes disappoints.

Tag removal disappoints when the underlying haemorrhoidal disease isn't also addressed, or when new tags develop afterwards.

Skin tags are usually leftovers from prior haemorrhoidal disease. If a patient still has active internal haemorrhoids or recurrent external thrombosis, removing the existing tags doesn't prevent new ones from forming. A complete anorectal assessment at consultation catches the underlying condition that the tags are pointing to.

The other consideration is the difference between true skin tags and other perianal lesions. Condylomata (warts), molluscum, and rare neoplasms can look superficially like skin tags. Clinical examination — rather than self-diagnosis — is the first step.

At Oshun, we don't run that model. Anal Skin Tag Removal here is physician-led from consultation through follow-up, with a written plan in your hands and a follow-up visit on the calendar before you leave.

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A Anal Skin Tag Removal visit at Oshun follows a clear sequence — from consultation through the procedure itself through follow-up. Here is what happens, step by step.

i.

Consultation

Before any Anal Skin Tag Removal is scheduled, you meet Dr. Rockhead in person at 9 Devon Road. He reviews your medical history, examines you as appropriate, and explains the options — including the option not to proceed. You leave with a clear written plan and a quote.

ii.

Preparation

Light meal day of procedure. Bowel movement before arriving is helpful. Stop blood thinners 7–10 days before where medically safe.

iii.

The tag excision

After local anaesthetic is injected at the base of each tag, Dr. Rockhead excises each tag using fine scissors or electrocautery. Bleeding is controlled with pressure or cautery; closure is usually open (heal by secondary intention) or with a small absorbable suture for larger excisions.

iv.

Recovery & follow-up

Sitz baths (warm water) 2–3 times daily and after bowel movements for the first 2 weeks. High-fibre diet and stool softeners. Prescribed analgesics and antiseptic wipes. Wound check at 2 weeks; final healing review at 6 weeks.

Dr. Charles Rockhead, board-certified Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, Medical Director of Oshun Cosmetic Services in Kingston, Jamaica

Dr. Charles Rockhead, Medical Director — Oshun Cosmetic Services, Kingston.

Medical Leadership

Dr. Charles Rockhead.

Medical Director · Board-Certified OB/GYN · 30+ years of practice

Dr. Charles Rockhead is a board-certified Obstetrician and Gynaecologist with more than thirty years of practice in Kingston. He is the Medical Director of Oshun Cosmetic Services and the founding physician of Amadeo Medical Group, the parent clinical practice.

Every anal skin tag removal at Oshun is performed by Dr. Rockhead personally. Anorectal anatomic familiarity matters here — preserving the anal canal and sphincter function while removing loose tissue is a surgical judgement.

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Treatment Details

Every fact about your first visit, in plain language.

Most first-time patients arrive with the same set of unspoken questions. They are answered below in the order most people think them — from "how much will I need" to "what if I'm pregnant."

Last clinically reviewed: · Medical reviewer: Dr. Charles Rockhead, Medical Director, Oshun Cosmetic Services

Reference materials and a Anal Skin Tag Removal care plan in a leather portfolio at the Oshun clinic in Kingston, Jamaica
Anal Skin Tag Removal 101

The procedure itself.

What it isAnal skin tag removal is an office-based surgical excision of perianal skin tags — loose flaps of skin around the anal opening. Tags are usually the leftover skin from healed external haemorrhoids or anal fissure healing. Removal is for hygiene, comfort, or cosmetic reasons.
How long it's been aroundPerianal skin tag excision is a long-established minor surgical procedure performed in colorectal and general surgery practice.
What we treat with itPerianal skin tags causing difficulty with hygiene, irritation, itching, or cosmetic concern. The tags themselves are benign but can interfere with cleanliness and comfort.
Physician's gloved hands during a Anal Skin Tag Removal appointment at the Oshun clinic in Kingston, Jamaica
Your appointment

The day of your visit.

How much you'll needOne or more tags can be removed in a single office visit. The number addressed depends on size and location.
Will it hurt?Performed under local anaesthesia in the office. The local injection is the only briefly uncomfortable part.
How long the visit takesPlan for about 20–40 minutes for the procedure; total visit 45–60 minutes.
Time off afterMost patients return to work the same day or next day. Avoid strenuous exercise, prolonged sitting on hard surfaces, and swimming for 2 weeks.
A leather-bound planner tracking the Anal Skin Tag Removal recovery and follow-up schedule at Oshun in Kingston, Jamaica
Results & aftercare

Recovery and follow-up.

When you'll see resultsImmediate removal of the tags. Final healing visible by 4–6 weeks. The result is permanent (the specific tag does not regrow, though new tags can develop separately).
The days before your visitLight meal day of procedure. Bowel movement before arriving is helpful. Stop blood thinners 7–10 days before where medically safe.
Right after your visitSitz baths (warm water) 2–3 times daily and after bowel movements for the first 2 weeks. High-fibre diet and stool softeners. Prescribed analgesics and antiseptic wipes.
Two-week follow-upWound check at 2 weeks; final healing review at 6 weeks.
A Anal Skin Tag Removal treatment plan written by hand on a leather portfolio at the Oshun clinic in Kingston, Jamaica
Logistics, cost & safety

Booking, pricing, and who shouldn't have Anal Skin Tag Removal.

Consultation policyEvery Anal Skin Tag Removal patient meets Dr. Rockhead in person at the 9 Devon Road clinic before any procedure is scheduled. (Virtual consultations are not currently offered.)
Where treatments happenAnal skin tag removal is performed in the procedure room at Oshun, 9 Devon Road, Kingston.
What it costsPriced per tag or as a package for multiple tags. The written quote at consultation reflects the number addressed.
How to payCash, debit, credit card, or approved financing.
InsuranceCosmetic removal is not covered. Documented functional indications (recurrent hygiene-related dermatitis, persistent symptoms) may qualify for partial insurance coverage.
Who should not have Anal Skin RemovalActive perianal infection, abscess, or fistula; uncontrolled inflammatory bowel disease; bleeding disorders; uncontrolled diabetes; pregnancy (relative).
Is Anal Skin Tag Removal right for you

Who gets the most out of Anal Skin Tag Removal at Oshun.

Anal Skin Tag Removal isn't a one-size category — the right approach depends on your specific situation. Below are common patient profiles we see. If one sounds like you, an in-person consultation at 9 Devon Road is the next step.

Hygiene difficulty

Tags interfering with cleaning

Tags large enough that proper hygiene becomes difficult, leading to recurrent irritation, itching, or skin breakdown.

Post-haemorrhoid

Residual tags after haemorrhoid resolution

Many patients have residual skin tags after an external haemorrhoid has resolved on its own. The active condition is gone; the leftover skin remains.

Cosmetic concern

Patient-led cosmetic concern

Some patients seek removal for aesthetic reasons alone. The procedure is the same once the indication is established.

Symptom workup

Tags during workup of perianal symptoms

Patients with itching, bleeding, or discomfort sometimes have skin tags found during examination. Removal can be combined with workup for the underlying condition.

If this sounds right

The next step is a conversation, not a commitment.

Every Anal Skin Tag Removal patient at Oshun starts with a consultation. Twenty minutes, in-person at 9 Devon Road, with Dr. Rockhead. No procedure is scheduled, no quote is signed, no pressure either way. You leave with a plan and a price — or you leave with neither.

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The honest answers

Nine questions every nervous first-timer asks.

Open any of them. We've written each answer the way Dr. Rockhead would actually say it — not the way a brochure would.

Are anal skin tags dangerous?
No — perianal skin tags themselves are benign. Removal is for hygiene, comfort, or cosmetic reasons. Any unfamiliar perianal lesion should be examined to confirm it's a true skin tag rather than something else.
Will the tags grow back?
The specific tag removed does not grow back. However, if the underlying condition (haemorrhoids, recurrent thrombosis) continues, new tags can develop.
How painful is the procedure?
The local anaesthetic injection is briefly uncomfortable. The excision itself is painless. Post-operative discomfort is moderate for the first 2–3 days, easily managed with sitz baths and prescribed analgesics.
How long does healing take?
Initial healing within 2 weeks; final healing visible at 4–6 weeks.
Can I have multiple tags removed at once?
Yes — multiple tags can be removed in a single office visit, priced as a package.
What are the risks of anal skin tag removal?
Bleeding, infection, scar discomfort, delayed healing, and rarely changes in continence (very uncommon with peripheral tag excision).
Is this related to haemorrhoid surgery?
It's a milder, more limited procedure. Skin tag removal addresses leftover skin only. Active haemorrhoidal disease requires a different procedure and is discussed separately.
Is anal skin tag removal covered by insurance?
Cosmetic removal is not covered. Documented functional indications may qualify for partial coverage.
How do I book an anal skin tag removal consultation?
Booking is a two-step process: a private consultation first with examination, then procedure scheduling. WhatsApp (876) 676-6297.
Two paths from here

One conversation away.

Anal skin tag removal is a small office procedure with a real comfort and hygiene payoff. The consultation is where the tags get examined, any underlying condition gets identified, and the plan gets written.

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No obligation · Every consultation is in-person with Dr. Rockhead.

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