How do i know if i have mastitis?

Sore lump: You will notice a red, warm, tender lump in the breast, and you may have fever and feel bad in general. This is not a reason to stop nursing, but you should contact your doctor to report the situation.

Pain, hot, red, ill: The most common symptoms include pain or tenderness of the breast, redness of the skin- often in a wedge shaped pattern, warm feeling when touched, general feelings of illness and a fever. It typically happens in the first few weeks of nursing and is generally only on one side. See your doctor to confirm the diagnosis and get treatment.