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I have cysts on breast which were inflamed. applied a warm compress and noted drainage overnight. top layer of skin is now broken and some liquid still oozes from a small hole. how do i care for the area?

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Dr. Stanley Katz answered

See your doc: suggest that you visit your fp or gyn. There could be an infected cyst/abscess that might need antibiotics. Suggest that you get evaluated , discharge cultured, and possibly txed.

Answered 8/30/2020

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A member asked:

I have cysts on breast which were inflamed. applied a warm compress and noted drainage overnight. top layer of skin is now broken and some liquid still oozes from a small hole. how do i care for the area?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stanley Katz answered

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