Understanding and Treating Mastitis
Mastitis is inflammation of breast tissue, often due to bacterial infection from cracked nipples or blocked milk ducts. Symptoms include breast pain, redness, swelling, and flu-like symptoms. Treatment involves continued breastfeeding, rest, warm compresses, pain relief, antibiotics if necessary, and proper breastfeeding technique. Seek medical help for high fever, severe pain, or worsening symptoms. Prevention includes good breastfeeding practices, hygiene, stress management, and seeking guidance from healthcare providers, including lactation consultants.
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