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I am breastfeeding my 5 week old baby and have developed a red patch and lump on my left breast. ive been trying to drain the breast and massage and it hasnt cleared... been about 24hrs. what should i do?
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If a fever,: can be the start of mastitis/breast abscess. If more painful or fever go to urgent care/ER.
Answered 3/22/2020
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