Archives of gynecology and obstetrics
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Arch. Gynecol. Obstet. · Dec 2010
Review Case ReportsBreast abscess following nipple piercing: a case report and review of the literature.
Nipple piercing gains popularity and social acceptance within the last years, especially among young people. The medical literature reports an increase of complications in the post-piercing period. ⋯ To date, only a few reports of breast abscess after nipple piercing have been published. With the increasing prevalence of body piercing, it is important to document and report infections which may be discovered many months following piercing. Carcinoma can mimic breast abscess and should be included in the differential diagnosis.