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Mastitis are usually caused by a common [[bacteria]] ([[Staphylococcus aureus]]) found on normal skin. The bacteria enter through a break or crack in the skin, usually on the nipple. The infection takes place in the fatty tissue of the [[breast]] and causes [[swelling]]. This swelling pushes on the milk ducts. The result is pain and lumps in the infected breast. | Mastitis are usually caused by a common [[bacteria]] ([[Staphylococcus aureus]]) found on normal skin. The bacteria enter through a break or crack in the skin, usually on the nipple. The infection takes place in the fatty tissue of the [[breast]] and causes [[swelling]]. This swelling pushes on the milk ducts. The result is pain and lumps in the infected breast. | ||
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Overview
Mastitis are usually caused by a common bacteria (Staphylococcus aureus) found on normal skin. The bacteria enter through a break or crack in the skin, usually on the nipple. The infection takes place in the fatty tissue of the breast and causes swelling. This swelling pushes on the milk ducts. The result is pain and lumps in the infected breast.