Multimodality evaluation and ultrasound-guided aspiration of a biopsy-proven inspissated clogged milk duct: a case report.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Despite the benefits of breastfeeding to both infant and mother, many mothers find breastfeeding difficult secondary to many complications such as pain, breast engorgement, mastitis, and clogged milk ducts. The latter is typically treated conservatively with techniques such as gentle massage, breast pumping, and compresses. When conservative therapies are unsuccessful, more invasive options are considered to ensure the continuation of breastfeeding.

Case description

A 34-year-old lactating female presented with a 3-month history of worsening left breast and nipple pain radiating to the left upper outer quadrant, not relieved with conservative therapies. The physical exam revealed a small indentation and a small palpable nodule of the left nipple. There was no asso

SUBMITTER: Weger KL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12314676 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature