A member asked:

Recently stopped breast feeding my 19 month old. now under my nipple is a very painful, hard lump. very scared and in quite a bit of pain.

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Dr. Melissa Gowans answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Mastitis: Mastitis is inflammation of the breast tissue/mammary ducts due to milk stasis or bacterial infection. Moist warm compresses and anti-inflammatory medication may help alleviate the discomfort. You need to visit your doc to see if antibiotics are also required.

Answered 3/14/2015

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