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My Left Breast Is Inflamed And Is Med Hot. I
Question: My left breast is inflamed and is med hot. I had a lumpectomy and radiation on that side 10 years ago
Brief Answer:
It could be an abscess.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for the query.
The symptoms are consistent with an abscess. It is nothing but an inflammation and pus collection inside the breast,
You can go for an ultrasound scan to confirm the diagnosis. Once the diagnosis is confirmed, the pus and debris has to be drained. It can be done under local anaesthesia. Consult a general surgeon and he will direct you accordingly. Antibiotic cover is also required.
If there is diagnostic confusion a fine needle biopsy might be required.
Wishing all the best
It could be an abscess.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for the query.
The symptoms are consistent with an abscess. It is nothing but an inflammation and pus collection inside the breast,
You can go for an ultrasound scan to confirm the diagnosis. Once the diagnosis is confirmed, the pus and debris has to be drained. It can be done under local anaesthesia. Consult a general surgeon and he will direct you accordingly. Antibiotic cover is also required.
If there is diagnostic confusion a fine needle biopsy might be required.
Wishing all the best
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