Light therapy for breast abscess treatment
Treatments studied
Part of Infections, Skin clinical trials.
This study tests a new light-based therapy (photodynamic therapy) using methylene blue to treat breast abscesses without surgery. If you have a breast abscess, this treatment might help drain it and clear the infection more comfortably.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You have a breast abscess (a painful, red, warm area with pus)
- Your primary care team has approved you for this procedure
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding
- You have no allergies to contrast media, narcotics, sedatives, atropine, or eggs
- You are not unable to cooperate or attend follow-up visits
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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