What is the usual first-line treatment of a small uncomplicated breast abscess in lactating women?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Antibiotics and needle aspiration under ultrasound
- Step 1: Aspiration with antibiotics is less invasive than incision.
- Step 2: Breastfeeding can usually continue.
Answer
Antibiotics and needle aspiration under ultrasound.
Why not the others: 'Immediate mastectomy of the breast' is excessive; 'Stopping breastfeeding in all cases' is not required; 'Observation and review only' may lead to progression.
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