Axillary breast tissue, presenting as palpable thickenings in the axilla, can undergo monthly premenstrual changes, such as tenderness and swelling.

Similar to normal breast tissues, the axillary breast also responds to hormonal fluctuations. These tissues can cause pain, discomfort, and cosmetic concerns.

Am I normal? Axillary breast tissue is normally not considered to be a health issue. It is believed to exist in 2% to 6% of women.

22 авг. 2023 г. · Axillary breast tissue includes any combination of fat, nipple, areolae, and glandular tissue alongside breasts and affects 2%–6% of women ...

Axillary breast tissue is often congenital, meaning it is present from birth. During embryonic development, milk lines extend from the armpits to the groin area ...

With accessory breast tissue occurring in up to 6% of the population, most commonly in the axilla but potentially anywhere along the milk line, radiologists ...

28 янв. 2023 г. · Learn about accessory axillary breast tissue, a common congenital condition characterised by the presence of abnormal breast tissue in ...

This normal variant can present as a mass anywhere along the milk line which extends from the armpit to the pubic region.

12 авг. 2024 г. · Axillary breast tissue is fibrous just like normal breast tissue and has nothing to do with fat accumulation.