An abscess, or collection of puss, can sometimes form in conjunction with mastitis (an infection).
In addition to prescribing antibiotics to treat the mastitis, surgeons at the Magee-Womens Breast Cancer Program may surgically remove the abscess.
Nipple discharge
Nipple discharge that is clear, green, or milky is unlikely to be cancerous.
If the discharge is red or red-brown, suggesting that it contains blood, it might be caused by cancer. But, it's more likely caused by an injury, infection, or benign tumor.
The fluid may be collected and reviewed under a microscope to see if any cancer cells are present.
Fibroadadenomas
Fibroadadenomas are benign lumps that appear in the breast.
They are distinguishable from cancerous lumps because they easily move around the breast and have clearly defined edges.
Less Common Breast Conditions
Other less common breast conditions we treat include:
Phyllodes tumors
Phyllodes tumors are large, fast-growing tumors that form in the connective tissues of the breast.
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