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The impact of these practices on patient\u2019s perspective and quality of life is unclear. This study aimed to assess patients\u2019 experiences following breast abscess treatment, focusing on treatment modality, cosmesis, breastfeeding and quality of life.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>A cross\u2010sectional online survey was conducted between February and August 2024, aimed at UK\u2010wide adult women with a history of breast abscess. Descriptive and thematic analyses were performed using SPSS and NVivo software, with multiple imputation for missing data.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>\n                      Of 172 participants, half underwent needle aspiration (50.58%), while 23.84% received surgical incision and drainage. Among those undergoing surgery, 68.29% reported prolonged wound healing, 85.37% experienced permanent scarring and a significant negative impact on their breast appearance (\n                      <jats:italic>p<\/jats:italic>\n                      = 0.029). Breastfeeding was disrupted in 58.12%, and 40.17% were unable to resume breastfeeding following treatment. Amongst participants who underwent surgery, 36.5% reported negative impacts on sexual well\u2010being, 31.7% on mental health, and 24.4% on self\u2010confidence. Thematic analysis revealed two major themes: repercussions of the treatment and issues with provision of care, highlighting delays in diagnosis, inadequate breastfeeding support, and negative cosmetic outcomes.\n                    <\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Discussion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>This study is the first to investigate patients\u2019 experiences of breast abscess management, highlighting significant variability in practice and the association of worse cosmetic and breastfeeding outcomes with surgical treatment. 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