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Axillary breast tissue only on one side

2022-05-05 07:00:28
I am a 35 year old female, one year ago had got a bilateral Breast n axilla usg done which was normal, now I can see my left armpit has some soft dome shaped tissue which is not present on the right side. The area is soft to touch no hard lumps. It is a cause of concern
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Armpit fat is a common occurrence in adults. It's often caused by excess weight, but hormones and genetics may also play a role. In some instances, armpit fat may actually be a condition called axillary breast. Axillary breast is breast tissue that grows in or near the armpit.

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