Armpit fat/loose skin left after breast reduction with bra bulge liposuction, what can be done to fix this issue? (Photos)

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I had a breast reduction with bra bulge liposuction 18 months ago which left me with this weird fat or loose skin under my armpit that pushes up and over ALL my bra straps, bathing suits and lingerie. I asked the surgeon what could be done and he basically said nothing. I am devastated and looking for solutions. I have attached some pictures and welcome any suggestions on what could be done to resolve this issue and give me back my self confidence!

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

There are several options, including a bra roll excision, an axillary excision, or perhaps BodyTite.

Reza Momeni, MD, FACS · Answer

I don't believe breast reduction would cause what you have seen, and it also appears that your sports bra is extremely tight around your chest wall, causing your skin (and some fat) to budge out above.  You can fix this by doing more lipo work, but some skin removal may also be needed.  This would leave scars on the side of the chest.  for most patients, it's not worth it, and it's better in my opinion to instead wear bras that are a better fit around your body circumference.

Kevin Tehrani, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question and posting appropriate pictures. Seems that you would benefit from laser liposuction (SmartLipo) to remove fat and tighten the skin. May also be a candidate for Kybella injections.

Ken Dolynchuk, MD · Answer

Thanks for the question. The problem with liposuction typically is that your skin may look to be hanging after the fat is removed. VASER can be used to shrink skin as there is an ultrasound probe used to emulsify the fat as well as tighten the skin. Although there's still the option of RF skin tightening available for you now.  Exilis is one example.  It's painless and easy. Talk to a board certified Plastic Surgeon for more information.

Guillermo Lorenzo, MD · Answer

Hi, thanks for the questions and the photos.I will be frank and I will tell you that you are a patient to be evaluated personally, in order to give you a correct orientation, the photos do not allow you to orient correctly. so I recommend you make an appointment with the surgeon of your choice. Your case is not difficult. Thank

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