التهاب الثدي مع خراج الثدي: إدارة الكتلة المتمايزة المؤلمة

References

• A breast abscess, a localised collection in the breast tissue that results in a painful breast lump, is potentially secondary to bacterial mastitis that is rapidly progressive or is not managed expeditiously.
• Breast abscess is characterised by symptoms similar to mastitis, with the additional sign of a discrete tender lump, which may be tense or fluctuant.
• Aspiration with antibiotic cover is a safe first line approach where specialist breast clinics or ultrasound guidance are available.
• For abscess – guided by microbiological culture and sensitivity.
• Women with mastitis should be reviewed within 24–48 hours to ensure that the inflammation is settling.