What Causes Reddish Discolouration On The Breasts?

Posted on Tue, 24 Jan 2017

Question: Yes, I have a small reddish discoloration on my breast. Nothing else appears to be unusual. No swelling, no lump, etc.

Answered by Dr. Bonnie Berger-Durnbaugh (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
May be broken capillary.

Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXXXXX

If the area shown in the picture is not rough in any way, and has no noticeable border, and if it isn't hot or tender or appear to be spreading, it may just be due to a broken capillary.

It doesn't look particularly concerning at this time so I think it can wait.

If it changes in nature, then do see your doctor.

If it is a broken blood vessel (capillary), the redness may change to a yellow-brown, and green color.

If it becomes hot or tender, then put hot wet compresses on it (for possible cellulitis - soft tissue infection). But it doesn't look that angry (like an infection) right now.

I hope this information helps. Please let me know if I can provide further information.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Bonnie Berger-Durnbaugh (6 minutes later)

Thank you so much. That does relieve me. It does not appear to be angry or infected. I will keep an eye on it. Thank you again.
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Answered by Dr. Bonnie Berger-Durnbaugh (59 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Your welcome

Detailed Answer:
Your welcome - glad if I can help!

Best regards,
Bonnie Berger-Durnbaugh, MD

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar