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What is the name of the procedure to remove the fat at armpit (underarm)?

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I have asked several surgeons - in order obtain fat, they normally do not perform lipo at underarm area. I was told there are nerves and lymph systems (breast implant), i guess it is difficult to remove the fat there.

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