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What Causes Painful Lump On The Nipple After Piercing?

i had my nipples peirced.the left one wasnt healing right after several months,so i took them out.now the nipple on the left breast is inverted,and there is a large painful lump in it. there was alot of pus looking substance coming out,but now nothing. what could it be?
Wed, 1 Oct 2014
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Hi, dear.
I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You may have some abscess in your breast. It is common after injury or intervention. You should consult your doctor and go for incision and drainage. Then tske complete course of antibiotics according to your doctor's advice.
Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health.
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What Causes Painful Lump On The Nipple After Piercing?

Hi, dear. I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You may have some abscess in your breast. It is common after injury or intervention. You should consult your doctor and go for incision and drainage. Then tske complete course of antibiotics according to your doctor s advice. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health.