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Axillary breast tissue - Axilla lipo vs. excision. Which procedure is needed? (Photo)

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I have axillary breast tissue under one arm, already determined to be benign. It hurts though, and I want it removed, but I'm concerned about long-term pain and scarring. I've read that this procedure can sometimes be done with lipo but other times requires excision; how do you determine which procedure is needed? And what can I expect in terms of cost and recovery?

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