Could I get liposuction for my extra breast tissue pocket? (Photo)

Question

Ever since I was little I’ve had this extra pocket of breast tissue near my armpit. When I touch it, it isn’t fat it feels like breast tissue. So I’m not even sure if I could do liposuction or kybella for this. Anyone have any procedures noto recommend for this? Located in SoCal

Emmanuel Mallol Cotes, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Yes it is possible to have an armpit liposuction also you can add arms liposuction too to have harmony between the areas.

Kind regards,
Dr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Versatile880762,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. Generally speaking, it is possible to get liposuction of fat 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, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

Liposuction removes fat and has a small incision. You might want to try this first. Otherwise, the tissue will need to be excised with a larger incision.

Scott C. Lindsay, DO · Answer

Thanks for your question! Surgical excision is an option or Kybella can reduce the area (but it won't eliminate it). I would seek a in person evaluation for your best options. Good luck!

Pallavi Kumbla, MD · Answer

Hi Versatile880762 and thank you for your question and photo. Based on the photo you submitted, I would agree with you that this is likely what is known as axillary breast tissue, or breast tissue that is located in the armpit area. Depending on how it feels and how loose your skin is in the area, there are a few options. One option is to remove this through an incision and remove the extra tissue and extra skin. The second option would be to consider doing liposuction combined with skin tightening using radiofrequency, such as Bodytite. This would remove the fat and also help tighten the skin over time in the area and both are done in the same procedure through small incisions. I hope this helps answer your question.

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

The area is called the axillary tail of Spence. Typically there is a combination of fat and breast issue and is often much more fat than in the primary breast.
The content can usually be reduced with Liposuction but the skin envelope will remain. Direct excision with removing some of the excess skin leaves the best results.
I’m guessing most experienced plastic surgeons have done this a few times.
It’s very common.
If you don’t have skin excision then you’ll only have a partial improvement.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom MD

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