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==Puerperal mastitis== | |||
Caused by the blocking of the [[Lactiferous duct|milk duct]]s while the mother is lactating (see [[breastfeeding]]). It can cause painful areas on the breasts or [[nipple]]s and may lead to a [[fever]] or [[influenza|flu]]-like symptoms. Except in heavy cases it is not necessary to wean a [[infant|nursling]] because of mastitis; in fact, nursing is the most effective way to remove the blockage and alleviate the symptoms, and is not harmful to the baby. Sudden weaning can cause or exacerbate mastitis symptoms. | |||
Mastitis can be discerned from simple blockages by the intensity of pain, heat emanating from the area, redness and fever in the mother. In some cases the fever can become severe, requiring [[antibiotic]]s; ten percent of cases develop into [[abscess]]es that need to be drained surgically. | |||
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Overview
Puerperal mastitis
Caused by the blocking of the milk ducts while the mother is lactating (see breastfeeding). It can cause painful areas on the breasts or nipples and may lead to a fever or flu-like symptoms. Except in heavy cases it is not necessary to wean a nursling because of mastitis; in fact, nursing is the most effective way to remove the blockage and alleviate the symptoms, and is not harmful to the baby. Sudden weaning can cause or exacerbate mastitis symptoms.
Mastitis can be discerned from simple blockages by the intensity of pain, heat emanating from the area, redness and fever in the mother. In some cases the fever can become severe, requiring antibiotics; ten percent of cases develop into abscesses that need to be drained surgically.