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Subareolar abscess   

Overview | Symptoms | Treatment

Alternative names:

Abscess - areolar gland; Areolar gland abscess

Treatment

Subareolar abscesses are treated with antibiotics and by opening and draining the infected tissue. This can be done in a physician's office with local anesthesia. However, the abscesses often recur until the affected glands are surgically removed.

Prognosis

Prognosis is good after surgical treatment.

Complications

Subareolar abscesses tend to recur until the affected glands are surgically removed.

Call Your Health Care Provider If:

Contact your health care provider if you develop a painful lump under the nipple or areola.

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