Would surgery help with stretch marks under arms?

                  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. 

Thank you for the question.

Arm lifting is an excellent procedure to improve the contour of the arms and remove  redundant skin and adipose tissue;  the downside is a relatively high rate of unsatisfactory scarring and the need for revisionary surgery.

It may behoove you to visit with well experienced a board certified plastic surgeons.

Best wishes.