What procedure is done to ensure removal of axillary breast tissue? (Photo)

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What procedure is done to ensure removal of axillary breast tissue?

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear zari3k,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. Based on your photos, it looks like you would need excision of tissue. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Azita Madjidi, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

A direct excision is usually done through an incision in the axilla and excess skin is also removed.

Ryan Rebowe, MD · Answer

Smaller areas of axillary breast tissue can be treated by liposuction. However larger areas such as yours will likely require formal excision with a transverse scar. This should be performed separately from a formal reduction procedure as doing them at the same time can compromise skin blood supply and result in open wounds of the breast.

Ajaya Kashyap, MD · Answer

Thank you for your query. The auxiliary breast tissue is removed by removal of fat as well as glands. You will also need some skin excision to remove the loose skin.  Please find an experienced board certified Plastic surgeon who can examine you and help you with all your concerns. All the best!

Daniel Butz, MD · Answer

A direct excision of the skin and fat would likely be the most effective means to removing this tissue. It would leave a scar in its place but the contours would be smooth.

Scott C. Lindsay, DO · Answer

Hello and thank you for your photos! When the breast reduction is done you could have liposuction done to the lateral sides of the breast and skin excision the axillary breast tissue.  This would be the only way to remove this side tissue .  Best of luck!

Jeffrey S. Yager, MD · Answer

Axillary breast tissue can be removed by liposuction or direct excision, depending on the amount of extra skin.  In your case, direct excision with the line being placed in the armpit would be my advice.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

Two things can be done to remove excess axillary tissue. Liposuction, with a small scar, can remove excess fat but not skin or excess breast tissue. With an excision, a longer scar, all the excess tissue and fat can be removed. I always like to try liposuction first for many are satisfied with the results and it avoids the long scar.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Small amounts of axillary breast tissue can often be addressed through liposuction of the area.  However based on the submitted photos liposuction alone would leave you with loose hanging skin, so excision of the tissue would be recommended for you.

Alfred R. Antonetti, MD · Answer

Your case is very significant and the treatment would be liposuction with surgical removal of the large fold of skin which would leave a scar in the axilla.

What procedure is done to ensure removal of axillary breast tissue? (Photo)

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