Breast tissue in underarm

[sexylaty]

I have a lump on my underarm.  It is not painful but it is ugly and it makes me very self conscious.  When I got pregnant it really got big and filled with milk my doctor said it was breaast tissue that traveled into my armpit and that as long as it didn't hurt it really wasn't anything to worry about.  It just looks like extra baggy skin and as a result I can't wear sleeveless tops.  I've never known anyone else who has this to ask what they think or feel.  My husband thinks if it bothers me so much I shyould have it removed.  I am scared and want to know what the health risks are.  Does anyone else have this problem?  Shat should I do about it?

[shello1]

Hi, I've come across this forum a few times now and it's been a great help to me. In particular seeing the photos Sparkyxx4 has posted, thank you.

I have had large amounts of axillary tissue under both arms since I was a teenager and have never been able to wear strapless tops and have to keep well covered, gosh I hate the summer! I am now 32 and had my third and final child 8 months ago .As with all my children, breastfeeding is a problem because my armpit fills with milk causing pain and the left one even leeks milk. I mentioned this to my GP and she referred me to an NHS surgeon to have it removed. I saw the surgeon back in early Jan but, had only just finnished breastfeeding at that stage. I now have an appointment to see him again tomorrow to set a date to get this removed.

I am so worried about the scars it will leave because last time a saw the surgeon he marked where the incision would be and they were from my armpit heading towards my breasts.... surly this will show? I know I need to see what he says when I see him again tomorrow but does anyone have problems with visible scarring? I really wanted a different surgeon to carry out the work but I don't know where I would stand with the NHS asking for this?

I'm also cosidering having the work carried out privately seeing as i'm having a breast lift and implants, this would mean me waiting to have it done because my breast surgeon wants me to wait 12mths after breastfeeding to have breast surgery. I'm not sure I can wait another 8months of summer with these fat armpits :)

Thanks for all the great posts guys

[sparkxx4]

It's been 9 months since my surgery and I feel great- finally got some feeling back in my armpits and am able to wear whatever I want and not be embarressed. The scars are still pretty visible, but are fading and blending in more with my skin.  Still- way better than second boobs under my arms!!!  I will try to post pictures again soon.

AKK482- it was an inavasive procedure, but still a surgery and healing process.  You will be pretty sore and not have much movement in your arms for about a week following surgery- at least, that was my experience.  Good luck to you!

[AKK482]

So I've been reading all these posts and a little concerned about my surgery scheduled on June 1st.  I've been told it will be 45 minutes under local anesthesia and I will have zero restrictions afterwards.  I'm a little worried I'm not going to get the results I'm hoping for seeing as how everyone else seems to have had much more invasive surgeries.  I will say that looking at some before pictures that my situation is a lot less severe than many others, (I'm 29, haven't had children yet and actually on a birth control that has stopped my period for almost 2 years- I'm assuming hormones add to the growth rate).  But since I was a pre-teen it has been one of my biggest insecurities to the point that I actually went to the plastic surgeon for a consulation for smartlipo.  When he told me that he couldn't do lipo as it was actually breast tissue and insurance might actually pay for the procedure needed...music to my ears. My insurance company is paying for it (minus the deductible).  Definitely made me feel better about the fact that I work out 6 days a week, weights/cardio/swim and nothing has done anything to change that "fat" that hangs over my tanks/bras and even some cap sleeve t-shirts, but to know that it's not a weight or muscle tone issue was very relieving.  So I guess my concern/question is, has anyone else been told that there surgery would be as non-invasive and been told that other than being a little sore would be able to go on as usual pretty much immediately after the procedure?

[Sasafrass23]

I've read a few of these posts, and I feel somewhat encouraged. I had a breast reduction in 1999, and the surgeon left me with the unsightly underarm fat or breast tissue is what I'm learning it is. I have had a child, lost weight, gained weight since then and this fat has not gone anywhere. I am recently divorced, and losing weight and want to do something about this. My bras don't fit right, and I live in Memphis, so it's hot here! I am never able to wear sleeveless anything because of this. In addition to the underarm issue, I also have to common dog ears breast which is typical after breast reduction surgery. Now, that I am hearing some of you say that insurance has covered the removal of this underarm tissue, I am a bit encouraged. Are there any veterans in here that can answer about the "dog ears", or just any advice about getting the insurance to cover the underarm issue. It's very difficult to find clothes, bras, or dresses to fit because of this.

[meeboh50]

forgot to add, the cost worked out to 75000 Rupees and I live in Mumbai, Have no idea about Delhi but should not be very different I guess.

[ProfessorMom]

I've been reading this discussion board for at least three years, and now I have a surgery scheduled for June 7th! I am really excited. A top notch plastic surgeon who does a lot of breast surgery is doing it. He hasn't done a lot of this type of axillary breast tissue removal, because he says, this only occurs 2-6% in the population, and lots of women don't get it done. He tried to make sure I wanted it by warning me about the scar, but he said there wouldn't be a "drain" because we are not going after the lymph nodes. He said that I'd be able to go for walks and back to work within a few days. I hope that is the case. I guess it depends on the healing process for each individual. It will be completely covered by BCBS, also. I've had this since I was 16 years old, and I turn 47 this year. About time!