Question 1

what is mastitis?

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Breast infection: Mastitis is an infection of the breast tissue. It is intensely painful, particularly while nursing. Many women may experience flu-like symptoms and high fever in addition to the pain. Though it is fine to continue breast feeding your baby, you should contact your obstetrician as you may need to take antibiotics in order to resolve the infection.

Question 2

is mastitis be harmful?

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Possibly: If its not treated, it can be. If  you are concerned for mastitis get seen, get treated.

Question 3

what are signs of mastitis?

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Mastitis: is usually characterized by red, hot, swollen and tender breasts with painful breast feeding with our without fever.

Question 4

why do i keep getting mastitis?

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Mastitis: There are several risk factors for mastitis. These include not emptying the breasts completely, clogged ducts, and cracked nipples. Also, not getting enough rest can be a big risk factor.

Question 5

is mastitis found only in women?

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"yes": Most common post -partum  but other times infection or inflammation can occur but always this has to be checked by a md for the rare possibility of inflammatory breast cancer
males  they luck out again -- rare- I have only 2 in 3! years  with cysts and infection -one due to trauma-- one with 2nd dcis.

Question 6

how do i know if i have mastitis?

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Sore lump: You will notice a red, warm, tender lump in the breast, and you may have fever and feel bad in general. This is not a reason to stop nursing, but you should contact your doctor to report the situation.

Question 7

what are the symptoms of mastitis?

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Breast infection : Mastitis is an infection in the tissue of the breast. It usually caused by a common bacteria (like staph or strep) found on skin. The bacteria enter through a break or crack in the skin, usually on the nipple. The infection takes place in the fatty tissue of the breast and causes swelling. This can feel like a hard, painful lump and may be red or warm.  You may have a fever and flu like symptoms.

Question 8

what can be done for recurring mastitis?

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Treatment: Mastitis can be a difficult problem to treat and usually takes several months to do so.  The key is to treat the acute abscess with drainage and antibiotics only.  Once the acute infection has been treated, then surgery can be performed to remove the breast tissue causing the problem.  This prevents unnecessary tissue removal and breast deformity.  Find a breast specialist for best results.

Question 9

what are the symptoms of mastitis in a child?

Accepted Answer

Same as adult: The symptoms are pain, redness, a lump, fever and chills. If you have concerns, please see your doctor or a breast specialist.

Question 10

what are the risk factors for reoccurring mastitis?

Accepted Answer

Several: Prior history of mastitis is the most common. Diabetes, other medical problems, immune system problems as well.

Check with your obgyn for a thorough investigation.

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