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Blackhead On Left Breast. Popped It And It Is Swollen. Will I Get Infected?
Hi, I am a 51 year old female. I have a blackhead on my left breast. It s been there for about 2 years now. In the last 2 months it looked more raised. I ve had a mammogram recently, it was normal. Also had my gyneacologist look at it today. He said to pop it. So, I tried to pop it today, but unfortunately it looks like it has swelled up & hasn t drained. I m afraid of it getting infected...
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Mon, 11 Nov 2013
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Hi lesion swollen indicates infection itself.it can be cured by broad spectrum antibiotic twice daily.anti inflammatory agent twice daily and application of t bact ointment can cure the condition.if no response go for incision and drainage
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