Post mastectomy/ breast reconstruction, a lot of extra upper arm and armpit skin above braline- can this be addressed?

November 6, 2023
Asked By:PugloveNYC in New York, New York

Hello, I had a bilateral mastectomy with some unfortunate failed reconstructions. I am at a stable point in my journey with implants and flaps. I was thin at the time and fat was removed from my upper arms/sides for grafting to my breasts. Now though I have a lot of wrinkled/folded skin from my armpits to upper arms- my skin is very fragile and I constantly break out and it burns/hurts/bleeds.Would a crescent arm lift be possible with a future reconstruction? Any experience w/insurance coverage?

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November 20, 2023

Answer: Arms

November 20, 2023

Answer: Arms

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