Question 1

i have a subareolar abscess that isn't healing. 6 weeks. 2 courses of keflex. is there a way to get it healed instead of surgically removing the ducts?

Accepted Answer

Drainage: You can't cure an abscess with just antibiotics. Drainage will be necessary, either by incision and drainage, or, in some cases, percutaneous aspiration. Again, drainage is necessary to resolve an abscess. Good luck.

Question 2

is subareolar abscesses surgery a major surgery. ? how long you have to stay in the hospital? complications after surgery? thanks!

Accepted Answer

Depends on the size:  Usually these abscesses are fairly superficial and can be drained as minor surgery ; however, if deep and widespread, may require a larger incision. Healing time would be about 7-10 days.

Question 3

subareolar abscess aspirated but keeps rupturing. 6 weeks. 2 rounds keflex. is there a way to get it healed instead of surgically removing the ducts?

Accepted Answer

Drainage: You can't cure an abscess with just antibiotics. Drainage will be necessary, either by incision and drainage, or, in some cases, percutaneous aspiration. Again, drainage is necessary to resolve an abscess. Good luck.

Question 4

age 40, (1st mammo/biopsy) confirmed 1.3x.8x1.4cm subareolar fibroadenoma in breast. more painful + incrs'd to 1.4x1.5x1.8c in 2yrs. leave or remove?

Accepted Answer

Talk to surgeon: If the lesion is getting larger and is painful, surgical removal may be the best answer. Talk to your surgeon to determine the proper course of action for you.

Question 5

how long does it take for a subareolar breast abscess surgery? can you go home on the same day? what are the compilations after surgery? thank you?

Accepted Answer

Breast abscess ?: If the diagnosis is a confirmed abscess, simple local anesthesia to "numb" the skin incision, and placing a drain to prevent new collection of abscess fluid (pus) takes only a few minutes.  It is an outpatient procedure, with few complications unless the drain falls out prior to healing, and a recurrent abscess forms.

Question 6

are abscesses in the nipple called subareolar abscess or can it just be a abscess ? doc today just said abscess from sweat, ingrown hair, etc. he didnt call it any particular name. im following up with primary care soon to drain. im on antibiotics?

Accepted Answer

: Any abscess is called an abscess. A subareolar abscess is just being more descriptive of where the abscess is. You can be more descriptive for any abscess. In the end, they are all abscesses.

Question 7

my mom has a subareolar abscess in her nipple. the breast center specialist cant get her in until mid september. does she need stay on antibiotics while she waits or can her primary care drain it? she sees pcp tomorrow . thanks for your help?

Accepted Answer

: Some primary care doctors do the I&amp;D of the abscess in the office but not all. Hope her PMD can do that. Take care.

Question 8

appendix location left or right?

Accepted Answer

The appendix is: On the right side of the abdomen.

Question 9

what is location of symptoms of sciatica?

Accepted Answer

One leg: Sciatica is a term for pain that radiates along the sciatic nerve, anywhere from the lower back, buttocks, down the back of the leg, to the foot. There may also be weakness, numbness, tingling, particularly in the leg and/or foot. The location of the pain and/or numbness varies according to the location that the sciatic nerve or nerve root is affected.

Question 10

i have sudden breakout on my chins two times in the same location?

Accepted Answer

Needs to be checked: We can not tell you what it could be without having more information about the break out and the location.Whether it is raised,red,painful,does it itch and others.And it needs to be examied as well.Consult your doctor or a dermatologist

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I have a subareolar abscess that isn't healing. 6 weeks. 2 courses of keflex. is there a way to get it healed instead of surgically removing the ducts?

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Is subareolar abscesses surgery a major surgery. ? how long you have to stay in the hospital? complications after surgery? thanks!

A member asked:

Subareolar abscess aspirated but keeps rupturing. 6 weeks. 2 rounds keflex. is there a way to get it healed instead of surgically removing the ducts?

A member asked:

Age 40, (1st mammo/biopsy) confirmed 1.3x.8x1.4cm subareolar fibroadenoma in breast. more painful + incrs'd to 1.4x1.5x1.8c in 2yrs. leave or remove?

A member asked:

How long does it take for a subareolar breast abscess surgery? can you go home on the same day? what are the compilations after surgery? thank you?

A member asked:

Are abscesses in the nipple called subareolar abscess or can it just be a abscess ? doc today just said abscess from sweat, ingrown hair, etc. he didnt call it any particular name. im following up with primary care soon to drain. im on antibiotics?

A member asked:

My mom has a subareolar abscess in her nipple. the breast center specialist cant get her in until mid september. does she need stay on antibiotics while she waits or can her primary care drain it? she sees pcp tomorrow . thanks for your help?

A member asked:

Appendix location left or right?

A member asked:

What is location of symptoms of sciatica?

A member asked:

I have sudden breakout on my chins two times in the same location?

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