This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Surgery
Cracked nipple may be- 
Select and explain. 
A. Due to syphilitic chancre, B. Cause of retention cyst, C. Pagets disease of nipple, D. Forerunner of breast abscess
D: Forerunner of breast abscess
Answer: D: Forerunner of breast abscess 
Explanation: • This may occur during lactation and be the forerunner of acute infective mastitis.
• If the nipple becomes cracked during lactation, it should be rested for 24–48 hours and the breast should be emptied with a breast pump.
• Feeding should be resumed as soon as possible.