Breast Abscess Flashcards

1
Q

Organism?

A

Staph aureus

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2
Q

What is the most common area for the abscess?

A

Underneath the breast

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3
Q

Symptoms?

A

Painful, inflammed lump

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4
Q

DDx if older?

A

Periductal mastitis

Mammary duct ectasia

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5
Q

Investigation?

A

Breast exam

USS
- Guided drainage-biopsy

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6
Q

What antibiotics should be given in conjunction with the drainage biopsy?

A

Flucloxacillin

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