What Does A Sore Hard Lump On The Nipple Of Child Indicate?

Posted on Wed, 13 May 2015

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Question : a small hard lump (abut pea size) under only one nipple It is sore to the touch ( hurts her a bit)

Answered by Dr. Hari Charan Perigela (47 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
It could be Sebaceous cyst.

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Small swelling beneath the nipple in a 4 year old girl could be a Sebaceous cyst or an abscess.
I prefer to give Antibiotic and anti inflammatory tablets for similar complaints. If there is no response, ultrasound of the affected area should be done.

Antibiotic is a prescription based medicine. Antiinflammatory tablets are available over the counter. Children's tylenol is one such antiinflammatory drug which you can start using now. If symptoms don't improve, visit a doctor for an ultrasound scan and antibiotic prescription.

Hope I answered your query. If you have any questions, I will clarify further.

Wish you good health.

Regards

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