infection

Mastitis

Mastitis is of the breast or udder, usually associated with breastfeeding. Symptoms typically include local pain and redness. There is often an associated fever and general soreness. Onset is typically fairly rapid and usually occurs within the first few months of delivery. can include formation.

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Symptoms — what it feels like

·Localized breast pain and redness, fever

How it's found

·Based on symptoms

Prevention

·Frequent breastfeeding with good technique

Treatment

· (cephalexin),

Complications

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