Question 1

how do i know if i have a breast infection?

Accepted Answer

Pain, redness, fever: Generally, a significant breast infection (mastitis) may cause sharp, shooting pains- especially when the baby is nursing. In addition, you may experience flu-like symptoms with body aches, fever, or red hot spots on the breast. A minor breast infection may show up with less irritation, redness, itching, or scaling.  If in doubt, it is wise to contact your doctor.

Question 2

what can i do for pimples on breast infection?

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If you already have: An infected breast - please seek medical evaluation ; treatment.

Question 3

i have a breast infection and had drainage and breast incision done today, what to do?

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Breast infection: Follow the doctors instructions. Complete antibiotic therapy if given. Change dressings as recommended. Keep any follow up appointments. See what the results of the cultures showed and that the antibiotics covered those bacteria.

Question 4

breast infection in 16 year old? what should i do?

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Rare, have checked: Have a doctor see this indiv.  Unless breastfeeding or a history of trauma to the breast with an open wound, such an infection is rare.   The doctor will be able to determine if it's an infection and what treatment is necessary.  The doctor will also determine if there's another type of problem.  Hope this is helpful.

Question 5

mastitis breast infection help needed--what do i do besides warm packs?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: You should be evaluated by a breast specialist and may need a needle or surgical drainage of the area.

This can be a long term problem and may require antibiotics.

Question 6

i've had a double breast infection for two weeks now. keep breastfeeding?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Make plans to be evaluated, concurrently.  You may need antibiotics.  In which case, your doctor will advise you how to proceed with breast feeding.

Question 7

how do you get breast infection?

Accepted Answer

Mastitis: Mastitis usually occurs in breast feeding when a milk duct 'gets clogged' and the are behind it gets sore, warm, red, swollen. The treatment is to stay hydrated and oral antibiotics directed at staph bacteria.  Also any 'break' in the skin can cause skin/breast infection (e.g. Piercing, trauma...).

Question 8

how does a breast infection look?

Accepted Answer

Like any other: Infection, pain swelling redness and elevated temperature.

Question 9

what is the definition or description of: breast infection?

Accepted Answer

Mastitis: Infection of the breast can be seen from different bacteria or other organisms.  Most commonly, bacteria that are normally on the skin infect the breast from breaks in the skin or through the ducts.  Patients may have redness, warmth or swelling.  You should consult with your primary care physician if you have any questions.  Patients with breast implants should pay close attention to any changes.

Question 10

what to do if i have a breast infection would that make my mental conditions worse?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: If you became septic it could cause significant problems. Please seek medical assistance for your infection if you have not already done so.

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