Breast abscess

Case contributed by Maulik S Patel
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Recurrent discharge in a lactating mother. Incision and drainage 4 weeks before.

Patient Data

Gender: Female
ultrasound

Residual abscess with a well-defined wall and a mobile internal air locule. Surgical packing material is seen abutting lesion.

Case Discussion

Breast abscess

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