women s health issues
Breast Infection and Breast Abscess
Breast abscess
Breast abscesses are less common than breast infections. An abscess may develop if a breast infection is not treated. Doctors usually drain (aspirate) an abscess with a needle. Ultrasonography is used to guide placement of the needle. Sometimes doctors need to make an incision to drain the abscess. Usually, women are also treated with antibiotics. 