Idiopathic bilateral male breast abscess

Area of Science:

• Oncology
• General Surgery
• Pathology

Background:

• Male breast swelling can be a rare presenting symptom.
• Differential diagnosis includes infection, inflammation, and malignancy.

Observation:

• A 38-year-old male presented with 7-day history of bilateral breast swelling, pain, and redness.
• Bilateral, multiple, discrete axillary lymphadenopathy was noted on examination.

Findings:

• Provisional diagnosis of bilateral breast abscess with suspicion of malignancy.
• Surgical intervention included incision and drainage with tissue excision for histopathology.

Implications:

• Histopathological examination is crucial for definitive diagnosis in cases of male breast swelling with suspicious features.
• This case highlights the importance of considering malignancy in the differential diagnosis of bilateral breast abscess in men.