Breast abscess Quiz: Ace Your Exams
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A 38-year-old woman presents to the emergency department with fever, fatigue, and left breast pain. She is currently breastfeeding and had a plugged duct one week ago which she was not able to clear. Her breast has since become red and swollen, and she began having chills today. She works as a nurse in the hospital. Temperature is 38.9°C (102.1°F), pulse is 102/min, respiratory rate is 18/min, and blood pressure is 102/72 mmHg. Chaperoned examination of the left breast reveals a 10 cm area of erythema and warmth laterally with central fluctuance and tissue necrosis. Ultrasound reveals a 7.5 cm fluid collection under the surface of the skin. White blood cell count is 18.2 × 109/L. Which of the following is the best next step in management?
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