My breasts seem to be moving toward my arm pits. I am 60 so they are pretty flabby, I wear a 34D bra, but it is very hard to find bras that fit well because I pooch out in the sides in most bras.Is there a way to fix this? I don't want to be bigger, just take out that side fat. Would liposuction work for me?
Answer: Liposuction is extremely effective in treating this problem.
The fullness may be the result of excessive fat or breast tissue (tail of the breast or axillary breast tissue). Depending on the problem a combination of liposuction and resection of skin will need to be carried out. Once you visit a plastic surgeon, they can evaluate the best treatment for you.
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Answer: Liposuction is extremely effective in treating this problem.
The fullness may be the result of excessive fat or breast tissue (tail of the breast or axillary breast tissue). Depending on the problem a combination of liposuction and resection of skin will need to be carried out. Once you visit a plastic surgeon, they can evaluate the best treatment for you.
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Answer: Liposuction & Surgical Resection for Fatty Tissue in Arm Pit The treatment of pre axillary folds is dependent upon the cause of the problem. In some cases it may be secondary to excess fat. Under these circumstances, the fat bulges outward from the end of the patient’s bra and is very noticeable. In other cases, the bulge may actually be secondary to accessory breast tissue. When this situation occurs, the size of the mass may fluctuate with the menstrual cycle. The treatment of pre axillary folds is dependent upon the cause of the condition. Determination of the cause usually requires pictures and a physical exam. During physical examination breast tissue will be noted to be firmer and more fibrous than fatty tissue. When fatty tissue is encountered in the pre axillary region, liposuction will often provide correction of the problem. When breast tissue is encountered in this area, more aggressive procedures are usually necessary. In most cases, surgical resection of the tissue will prove to be necessary. If you’re concerned about pre axillary folds, consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon is appropriate. This surgeon should be able to formulate a treatment plan that’s appropriate for your problem.
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Answer: Liposuction & Surgical Resection for Fatty Tissue in Arm Pit The treatment of pre axillary folds is dependent upon the cause of the problem. In some cases it may be secondary to excess fat. Under these circumstances, the fat bulges outward from the end of the patient’s bra and is very noticeable. In other cases, the bulge may actually be secondary to accessory breast tissue. When this situation occurs, the size of the mass may fluctuate with the menstrual cycle. The treatment of pre axillary folds is dependent upon the cause of the condition. Determination of the cause usually requires pictures and a physical exam. During physical examination breast tissue will be noted to be firmer and more fibrous than fatty tissue. When fatty tissue is encountered in the pre axillary region, liposuction will often provide correction of the problem. When breast tissue is encountered in this area, more aggressive procedures are usually necessary. In most cases, surgical resection of the tissue will prove to be necessary. If you’re concerned about pre axillary folds, consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon is appropriate. This surgeon should be able to formulate a treatment plan that’s appropriate for your problem.
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February 27, 2013
Answer: Liposuction Can Help Breast/Armpit Bulge, But You May Also Need To Remove Skin
Liposuction can definitely treat this area, and something like ultrasonic is recommended because the area can be quite fibrous. Ultrasonic liposuction is better equipped to break up fibrous fat for easier removal.
However, due to your size and age, you may also have a bit of excess skin in this area that cannot be improved with liposuction alone. If this is the case for you, a lift may be required. A lift will remove excess skin and fat to achieve the improvement you want. Please talk to an experienced and certified plastic surgeon for their advice, since it is difficult to say whether the bulges are comprised of fat and/or skin. Good luck!
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February 27, 2013
Answer: Liposuction Can Help Breast/Armpit Bulge, But You May Also Need To Remove Skin
Liposuction can definitely treat this area, and something like ultrasonic is recommended because the area can be quite fibrous. Ultrasonic liposuction is better equipped to break up fibrous fat for easier removal.
However, due to your size and age, you may also have a bit of excess skin in this area that cannot be improved with liposuction alone. If this is the case for you, a lift may be required. A lift will remove excess skin and fat to achieve the improvement you want. Please talk to an experienced and certified plastic surgeon for their advice, since it is difficult to say whether the bulges are comprised of fat and/or skin. Good luck!
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December 5, 2014
Answer: Can Liposuction Treat Bulge in Breasts to Armpit Area
The lateral area of the chest wall posterior to the breasts can indeed be treated with liposuction and will give a good result in most patients. However, the fat is very fibrous so you may need an ultrasonic or power assisted liposuction device to remove the fat. There is also a potential problem with the skin in that it may not shrink down and then excision will be needed to contour this area. As long as you are aware of these points then you can discuss the procedure with your Plastic Surgeon.
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December 5, 2014
Answer: Can Liposuction Treat Bulge in Breasts to Armpit Area
The lateral area of the chest wall posterior to the breasts can indeed be treated with liposuction and will give a good result in most patients. However, the fat is very fibrous so you may need an ultrasonic or power assisted liposuction device to remove the fat. There is also a potential problem with the skin in that it may not shrink down and then excision will be needed to contour this area. As long as you are aware of these points then you can discuss the procedure with your Plastic Surgeon.
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October 14, 2011
Answer: Liposuction Of Infraaxillary "Bulge"
Thank you for the question.
Whether liposuction will be effective treatment for the fullness in the infra-axillary area depends on what type of tissue is being treated. For many patients the tissue in this area is actually the axillary “tail” of breast tissue. This does not respond well to liposuction surgery alone. Direct excision of excess skin and breast tissue improves the contour the best. Liposuction alone may leave the patient with loose skin.
Please make sure you are consulting with well experienced board-certified plastic surgeons.
Best wishes.
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October 14, 2011
Answer: Liposuction Of Infraaxillary "Bulge"
Thank you for the question.
Whether liposuction will be effective treatment for the fullness in the infra-axillary area depends on what type of tissue is being treated. For many patients the tissue in this area is actually the axillary “tail” of breast tissue. This does not respond well to liposuction surgery alone. Direct excision of excess skin and breast tissue improves the contour the best. Liposuction alone may leave the patient with loose skin.
Please make sure you are consulting with well experienced board-certified plastic surgeons.
Best wishes.
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