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What Causes Painful Pus Filled Boil On Breast?

i have a boil on my breast right above nippl i popped it becuz it was very painful and hot the puss was smelly thick and greenish brown what causes this also there is a whole now where it drained and wont heal. how do i know if this is mrsa infection
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Hi,

There may be infection in breast ... called mastitis. Consult the general surgeon for the perfect diagnosis and proper treatment. After thorough examination and investigations, he may render treatment .. if needed, he may do incision and drainage.

Hope this helps.

Dr.Ilyas Patel, Dermatologist
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What Causes Painful Pus Filled Boil On Breast?

Hi, There may be infection in breast ... called mastitis. Consult the general surgeon for the perfect diagnosis and proper treatment. After thorough examination and investigations, he may render treatment .. if needed, he may do incision and drainage. Hope this helps. Dr.Ilyas Patel, Dermatologist