What Causes A Boil On The Nipple?

Posted on Mon, 19 Jan 2015

Question: I am 44 years old and had menopause for almost two years. I have been getting the mamo and pap smear regularly for the past 4 years. I have family history of breast cancer(mother). I have been having boil on my nipple on the left breast frequently for the last three months. I recently got the scanning done as well. The report says BIRADS2.
I am also having hot flashes frequently.
Please suggest further course of action.

Answered by Dr. Manisha Jain (32 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
no active treatment needed

Detailed Answer:
Hello mam, I understand your health concerns.
There is nothing to worry and just regular pap smear and mammogram will suffice for follow up.
And keep the affected nipple dry and change your brassiere regularly.
As it is nothing active needs to be done.
Take care.

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

Follow up: Dr. Manisha Jain (15 hours later)

Thank you for addressing my concern. Before I close the discussion, I want to seek further clarity in respect to my contrast MRI done for both my breast. In the report they have made certain observations. I am uploading the picture of the report. Please let me know your views about the report. That apart regarding the hot flashes and sweating I want to know if it is normal.
Regards

Answered by Dr. Manisha Jain (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Nothing to worry

Detailed Answer:
Hello nam, i have seen the report which is normal as of now but ever since you have a family history of breast cancer you need to keep a regular follow up with your doctor along with breast self examination on regular basis.
wish you all the best.

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