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Think have mastitis- am engored, red patches on breast, chills, temp going up (100.6) took ibuprofen what else can i do before going to doc? only pump
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Mastitis: You can also apply warm compresses to your breasts to ease the pain before seeing the doctor
Answered 9/29/2016
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Need antibiotics: Definitely need to see doctor as soon as possible to get on antibiotics right away. If you are unable to nurse, then you may need to pump to maintain flow and not get engorged.
Answered 8/20/2014
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