Bilateral Breast Abscess Caused by E. coli in a Non-lactating Woman: A Rare Case

J Breast Health. 2014 Jul 1;10(3):174-176. doi: 10.5152/tjbh.2014.1602. eCollection 2014 Jul.

Abstract

Breast abscess usually occurs during lactation and the responsible organism is often S. Aureus. Breast abscess in non-lactating women is extremely rare and limited data is available in the literature regarding this entity. In our study, a 36-year-old non-lactating female patient who developed bilateral breast abscess due to E. coli infection without any predisposing factors has been discussed in light of the literature.

Keywords: Breast; E. coli; abscess; infection.

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  • Case Reports