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Subareolar abscess
Alternate Names : Abscess - areolar gland, Areolar gland abscess
Symptoms & Signs
- Drainage and possible pus from lump beneath areolar area (colored area around nipple)
- Fever
- General ill-feeling
- Swollen, tender lump beneath areolar area (colored area around nipple)
Diagnosis & Tests
The health care provider will perform a breast exam. An ultrasound examination of the breast may be recommended in some cases.
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Review Date : 10/28/2008
Reviewed By : Linda Vorvick, MD, Seattle Site Coordinator, Lecturer, Pathophysiology, MEDEX Northwest Division of Physician Assistant Studies, University of Washington School of Medicine; and Susan Storck, MD, FACOG, Chief, Eastside Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Group Health Cooperative of Puget Sound, Redmond, Washington; Clinical Teaching Faculty, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Washington School of Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
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