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A member asked:
I have mastitis. it has been 10 days on antibiotics and it is still inflamed and hurts! is this normal?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
No: If you are not feeling better, you should check with your doctor. There may be a more serious infection.
Answered 9/28/2016
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