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What Causes Redness, Hardness And Blood Mixed Foul Smelling Pus In Breast?
Question: A few days ago I had squeezed what I believe a deep clogged pore on the outer part of my breast. Since I did that white stuff came out smelled bad them blood puss, then the area became harder and the large part of my breast is red not so much hot. I know I've been squeezing it for a few days in a row. I am worry what this is and why is my skin red with now a harder not moving lump.
Brief Answer:
Likely a breast abscess
Detailed Answer:
Hi dear, I have gone through your question and understand your concerns. Redness, hardness( induration) and blood mixed foul smelling pus are all suggestive of breast abscess, which is a infective condition of the breast.The redness is most likely due to the inflammatory reaction caused by the infection.
However, breast cancer should be ruled out by proper examination and investigations.
I would suggest you not to squeeze the lesion, and consult a surgeon as soon as possible to get properly examined, investigated and treated accordingly.
Hope you found the answer helpful. Please do get back for further queries.
Wishing you good health.
Regards,
Dr Deepti Verma
Likely a breast abscess
Detailed Answer:
Hi dear, I have gone through your question and understand your concerns. Redness, hardness( induration) and blood mixed foul smelling pus are all suggestive of breast abscess, which is a infective condition of the breast.The redness is most likely due to the inflammatory reaction caused by the infection.
However, breast cancer should be ruled out by proper examination and investigations.
I would suggest you not to squeeze the lesion, and consult a surgeon as soon as possible to get properly examined, investigated and treated accordingly.
Hope you found the answer helpful. Please do get back for further queries.
Wishing you good health.
Regards,
Dr Deepti Verma
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Answered by
Dr. Deepti Verma
OBGYN, Maternal and Fetal Medicine
Practicing since :2009
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