What Causes Armpit Fat? Genetics, Hormones & Other Factors
Armpit fat is an excess accumulation of fatty tissue in the armpits. Did you know it's pretty common for women to have extra fat under one armpit?
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What Is Accessory Breast Tissue? Causes, Symptoms & When to See a Doctor
Accessory breast is the extra breast tissue that can develop in areas like your armpit (most common), inner thighs, groin, and abdomen. This medical condition is caused by incomplete regression of embryonic milk-like tissue during fetal development. Comes in 8 different grades; an accessory breast can look like armpit fat or other medical conditions. An accurate diagnosis is essential to ensu -
Hair Loss, Hair Thinning And Hair Breakage In Men & Women
Male pattern baldness affects 30-50% of men by age 50, but women often face more stigma associated with hair loss.
It is more than just hair loss, it feels like a loss of their femininity and beauty.
Difference between hair loss, hair thinning and hair breakage
The definition of hair loss is a reduction in the total number of hair follicles on the scalp, not the generation of new hairs o -
Medical Conditions Accessory Breast Tissue Can Mimic
An accessory breast is defined by the growth of excess breast tissue that can develop in various areas of the body, most commonly in the axillary (armpit) region.
It may look like armpit fat, but is actually a recognised congenital medical condition that can enlarge, causing pain and swelling.
Accessory breasts can appear with or without a nipple, areola, or glandular tissue, or in various c -
Clinically Diagnosing, Managing & Treating Lipedema In Singapore
Lipedema, a frequently misunderstood and often misdiagnosed medical condition, requires a clinical diagnosis. A doctor's diagnosis integrates the patient's history with a physical examination to identify this painful fat disorder.
Lipedema, also known as lipoedema, adiposis dolorosa, or painful fat, is a chronic medical condition estimated to affect approximately11% of adult women wo -
Why Lipedema Is Often Misdiagnosed & How Lipedema Surgery Improves Quality of Life
Lipedema is a chronic disorder that affects the legs and arms, causing them to be symmetrical, disproportionate and characterised by painful, tender fat.
While this medical condition may visually resemble common obesity, it is rooted in abnormal fat metabolism.
A person can have lipedema with or without obesity, and while weight management is essential for overall health, lipedema fat itsel -
Amaris B. Clinic 2026 Forecast: Corrective & Restorative Procedures Demand Increases to Address Post-GLP-1 Weight Loss Aesthetic Concerns
The clinic identifies a significant shift from aesthetic enhancement to comprehensive restoration, driven by the physical consequences of rapid weight reduction
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Ductal Carcinoma In Situ Discovery from Gynecomastia Surgery by Dr Ivan Puah
SINGAPORE, August 2025 — Dr Ivan Puah, an MOH-accredited liposuction doctor with decades of experience in male chest contouring and gynecomastia surgery, emphasises the critical significance of adhering to rigorous surgical protocols and conducting comprehensive diagnostics. This includes the essential practice of sending every case of gynecomastia surgery for thorough histological assessment.
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Gynecomastia Affects All Ethnic Groups in Singapore, Amaris B. Clinic Study Reveals
SINGAPORE, March 2025 — Gynecomastia, the development of excess male breast tissue disorder, is far more common than reported, yet it remains a misunderstood medical condition that is surrounded by stigma and misconceptions. One of the biggest myths in Singapore is that this enlarged male breast condition affects a particular racial group more than other ethnic groups.
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