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If i have masitis and running a fever is it possible that i could pass it onto my newborn?
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Mastitis : mastitis is a local infection of the ducts and is not contagious to newborns. Do call your obstetrician or your doctor. You probably will need an antibiotic.
Answered 5/29/2017
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