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What are the symptoms of mastitis in brrastfeeding?

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Dr. Ashu Syal answered

Mastitis: Pain at the nipple, change in color of nipple, discharge ( pus) coming from nipple.

Answered 9/15/2012

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Dr. Regina Hampton answered

Specializes in Breast Surgery

Pain, fever: Mastitis, or breast infection, while breastfeeding is very common. Some symptoms: severe pain, redness, a lump, pus coming from the skin or nipple, fever and chills. The treatements include: drainage-by needle or surgical cut and antibiotics. Please consult your doctor for evaluation.

Answered 12/9/2013

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