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What Causes Itching And Hardening Inside Breast?

Am a man aged 62 and have been having a problem with my breast. Its now 2years with this problem. my breast hardens and itches on the inside and then after 4days, its bursts on the side next to the nipple and pus comes out for 3 to 4 days. and this happens after every 2 to 3 months. i have undergone tests and operations but nothing is getting solved. please help or do you have an idea what it is?
Mon, 30 Oct 2017
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Don't neglect nipple discharge in this age.

Have you had gynaecomastia???

Most common cause for nipple discharge is underlying malignancy or it may be simple abscess.

Consult your surgeon immediately he will examine and treat you accordingly.

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What Causes Itching And Hardening Inside Breast?

Hello Thank you for trusting HCM Don t neglect nipple discharge in this age. Have you had gynaecomastia??? Most common cause for nipple discharge is underlying malignancy or it may be simple abscess. Consult your surgeon immediately he will examine and treat you accordingly.