Is the pain and odor in my armpit post breast reduction a gland infection?

July 8, 2014
Asked By:hannahj_11 in Fort Wayne, IN

After my breast reduction my right armpit was extremely painful. Two weeks post op and the pain is a little tender. Now I have extremely bad odor. Initially it was worse from the right armpit and now both smell very strong. I shower daily and as soon as I get out the smell returns. I was washing them with antibacterial soap, but that dried them out and they have been peeling. I stopped using antibacterial soap and moisturize with coconut oil. I don't use a deodorant to avoid harmful ingredients.

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July 15, 2014

Answer: A malodorous axilla can occur after breast reduction but should be checked out by your surgeon.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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July 15, 2014

Answer: A malodorous axilla can occur after breast reduction but should be checked out by your surgeon.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
July 14, 2014

Answer: Possible hidradenitis

July 14, 2014

Answer: Possible hidradenitis

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