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Hi there, i have an extremely painful boil or abscess under my breast. not sure if i need to get it removed surgically or what can i do?

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Dr. Wayne Ingram answered

Get it removed: The abscess needs to be surgically drained as if it continues to fester, it can enter the blood stream and cause a systemic infection and shock.

Answered 7/23/2018

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A member asked:

Hi there, i have an extremely painful boil or abscess under my breast. not sure if i need to get it removed surgically or what can i do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Wayne Ingram answered

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