If aspiration of the mass can't be done or no fluid comes out, or if the mass is hard, getting bigger, hurts a lot and is causing you and your family a lot of anxiety, then the mass can be surgically removed. Be sure to see a surgeon experienced with breast surgery in adolescents and learn about the risks and benefits of the procedure. Breast Discharge Breast discharge in adolescents may provoke anxiety but rarely indicates breast cancer. One type of discharge is a milky discharge known as galactorrhea. The nipples get irritated and sore.
Common treatments are lubrication with petrolatum and protection with an adhesive bandage.
A soft cotton bra without a seam in the cup may also help. A good moisturizer and mild topical steroid treats the eczema. An antibiotic is needed if the area gets infected. Dr. Jonathan Trager is a physician board certified in pediatrics and dermatology. He is a fellow at the Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York City and a staff member of the Mount Sinai Adolescent Health Center.