22nd May 2025

A 26-year-old female smoker presents with a subareolar abscess, a complication of periductal mastitis.

A 26-year-old female smoker presents with a subareolar abscess, a complication of periductal mastitis. It is her first abscess. She states she has a sulfa and penicillin allergy. Taking all of these factors into account, what is the most appropriate initial management?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.