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Why do i keep getting mastitis this is the 2nd time in 7 months. no i don't breastfeed. and didnt have the opportunity to do so.
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Mastitis: While more common in breast feeding women, it does occur in non lactating women as well. Its usually comes from a nipple duct and travels up into the breast. It may be from excessive nipple play, poorly fitted bras or incomplete treatment of your mastitis leading to chronic colonization of the duct.
Answered 11/20/2018
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