Would surgery help with stretch marks under arms?

Thank you for your question! It is hard to tell exactly what you will need without a physical examination.  I suggest you visit a board certified plastic surgeon and have a consultation.  Good luck!

Thank you for your question! It is hard to tell exactly what you will need without a physical examination of your arms.  I suggest you seek a board certified plastic surgeon who preforms these routinely, and have a consultation.  Best of luck!Dr Dhaval PatelDouble Board Certified Plastic SurgeonChicago Hoffman EstatesOak Brook 

Thank you for your question regarding under arm stretch marks.
If you decide to undergo an arm lift or brachioplasty, stretch marks in the area of surgical resection will be permanently removed. However, please be aware, that stretch marks outside the surgical excision area will still be there.
During a medial, longitudinal arm lift, an incision is made from the armpit to the elbow. An elliptical area of skin and fat is removed from the inner arm. If you have stretch marks in this area, these arm stretch marks will be permanently removed. If you have stretch marks in the armpit, axillae, or the area that hangs over the bra strap line, an incision can be placed from the armpit down to the upper bra strap line. An elliptical area of skin and fat is removed in the upper arm pit or axillary region. This is called a vertical torsoplasty. Stretch marks in this area would be permanently removed with a vertical torsoplasty.
I hope this answers your questions regarding stretch marks under the arms and upper torso.
Good luck!  If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact my office.
Sincerely, Dr. Katzen

                  It’s
not unusual for patients who undergo rapid growth to develop stretch marks.
These stretch marks can occur in a variety of locations including the axilla.

                  Occasionally
armpit stretch marks are associated with loose saggy skin beneath the arms.
Under these circumstances, excision of excess skin not only removes the loose
skin, but also removes the stretch marks.

                  Unfortunately,
when stretch marks aren’t associated with loose skin, excision only trades them
for scars. In addition, scars in this location can be associated with flexion
contractions of the joint. This can adversely affect the shoulder range of
motion.

                  If
you’re considering this type of surgery, consultation with a board certified
plastic surgeon is appropriate. This surgeon should be able to formulate a
treatment plan that will hopefully address your concerns. 

Arm lift correction of stretch marks and arm laxity is ideal.  I would recommend a short scar arm lift, given your age.