> She started on an >antibiotic and it seemed to work, no more fever, chills etc. but >there is still an area of wicked redness, it felt and looked swollen >and tender to the touch I agree with Patricia and Louise - I would query an abscess. An ultrasound would confirm this. If it is well localised her doctor may be able to drain it by aspiration (needle and syringe) - may need to be repeated several times, but less invasive then open drainage. It is preferable not to perform mammograms during lactation (poor views and very uncomfortable). Lisa Amir GP / LC in Melbourne, Australia