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What Causes Redness And Swelling In Left Nipple?
Question: I woke up yesterday morning with my left nipple swollen and red. It has gotten worse and has gone a few mm outside my nipple. I haven't taken any types of medicines nor is it an ingrown hair.
Brief Answer:
Infection of the breast
Detailed Answer:
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From you description and the image you submitted it looks like you have an infection. This infection could have happened spontaneously. I think you need to see a medical provider today at an urgent care center so you can be started on antibiotics. If you decide to wait this infection could become worse. I recommend you do not delay getting treatment.
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Infection of the breast
Detailed Answer:
Thank you for contacting HCM with your health care concerns
From you description and the image you submitted it looks like you have an infection. This infection could have happened spontaneously. I think you need to see a medical provider today at an urgent care center so you can be started on antibiotics. If you decide to wait this infection could become worse. I recommend you do not delay getting treatment.
We can not prescribe medication from this site. You will need to see a medical provider
I hope I answered your question. Please contact me again with your health care questions and concerns
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
what type of antibiotics would typically be prescribed?
Brief Answer:
Typicall antibiotic would be bactrim DS
Detailed Answer:
My first agent of choice for cellulitis would be Bactrim DS and if you were allergic to sulfa then a cephalosporin like Keflex would be my second choice. Your medical provider may have other options but any than treats cellulitis would be appropriate
Typicall antibiotic would be bactrim DS
Detailed Answer:
My first agent of choice for cellulitis would be Bactrim DS and if you were allergic to sulfa then a cephalosporin like Keflex would be my second choice. Your medical provider may have other options but any than treats cellulitis would be appropriate
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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