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What Does A Red Boil Like Bump Under The Breast Indicate?
Question: I woke up with a red boil like bump under my breast. In the mirror it almost looks like a nipple. It is slightly painful and appears to be elusive with pus. Could this be an spider bite?
Brief Answer:
Take antihistamine ,analgesic immediately.
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thank you for query. I am Dr Bharatesh D Basti answering your query.
By the history it appears that it is sudden appearance overnight.
It can be due to any insect bites or stings.You can check your beds and clothes for the likely insect.
You will be familiar with the insects common in your area.It may be useful if it goes for complications.
Use local ice or cold compresses
Take antihistamine like cetrizine and antiinflammatory analgesic tablet like ibuprofen or diclofenac immediately to avoid any reactions to this bite.
Even a tablet of steroid like prednisolone may be taken if you feel more uncomfortable or becomes severe.
Consult doctor for further management immediately to avoid any reactions.
You can get back for clarifications .
Thank you
Dr Bharatesh
Take antihistamine ,analgesic immediately.
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thank you for query. I am Dr Bharatesh D Basti answering your query.
By the history it appears that it is sudden appearance overnight.
It can be due to any insect bites or stings.You can check your beds and clothes for the likely insect.
You will be familiar with the insects common in your area.It may be useful if it goes for complications.
Use local ice or cold compresses
Take antihistamine like cetrizine and antiinflammatory analgesic tablet like ibuprofen or diclofenac immediately to avoid any reactions to this bite.
Even a tablet of steroid like prednisolone may be taken if you feel more uncomfortable or becomes severe.
Consult doctor for further management immediately to avoid any reactions.
You can get back for clarifications .
Thank you
Dr Bharatesh
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