What to do if breast enlargement causes mastitis
Mastitis is a common problem for breastfeeding mothers. It not only affects the breastfeeding experience, but may also cause pain and infection. The following is a structured compilation of hot topics and solutions for enlarged breast mastitis in the past 10 days across the Internet to help mothers cope with it scientifically.
1. Common symptoms of engorged mastitis
| Symptoms | frequency of occurrence |
|---|---|
| Breast swelling, pain and hardness | 85% |
| Local redness, swelling and heat | 70% |
| Fever (body temperature >38℃) | 45% |
| Difficulty expelling milk | 60% |
2. Emergency treatment methods for engorged mastitis
1.Frequent breastfeeding or emptying the breasts: Breastfeed every 2-3 hours, giving priority to the baby to suck the affected breast.
2.Apply cold compresses to relieve swelling: After breastfeeding, apply cold compress for 10-15 minutes (avoiding the nipple). Ice pack or cabbage leaves can be used.
3.Massage to clear breast glands: Massage the lump gently in circular motions from the base of the breast to the nipple.
4.drug treatment: If fever or symptoms worsen, seek medical advice and use antibiotics (such as cephalosporins).
3. Ranking of popular preventive measures (search data in the past 10 days)
| prevention methods | attention index |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding regularly without saving milk | 92% |
| Correct latching position | 88% |
| Avoid compressing the breasts | 75% |
| Supplement lecithin | 63% |
4. Answers to the 5 questions that netizens are most concerned about
1.Q: Can I continue breastfeeding during mastitis?
A: Yes! Bacteria in milk will not harm the baby, but stopping feeding will worsen the blockage.
2.Q: How high should a fever exceed to seek medical attention?
A: If the body temperature persists >38.5°C or is accompanied by chills, timely medical attention is required.
3.Q: Is cold cabbage compress really effective?
A: Research shows that its flavonoids can reduce swelling, but use with caution if you have allergies.
4.Q: Will mastitis cause a decrease in milk production?
A: Timely treatment usually has no effect, but delaying treatment may damage breast tissue.
5.Q: How to distinguish between breast engorgement and mastitis?
A: Mastitis will be accompanied by redness, swelling, heat and pain, and the systemic symptoms will be more obvious.
5. Three-day care plan recommended by doctors
| time | Nursing measures |
|---|---|
| first day | Breastfeed every 2 hours + cold compress 4 times + rest |
| The next day | Massage for 5 minutes after breastfeeding + check body temperature |
| The third day | Assess symptoms and seek medical attention if symptoms are not relieved |
Warm reminder:If purulent discharge, persistent high fever, or purple breast skin occurs, please seek medical attention immediately! It is equally important to stay happy and get enough sleep during breastfeeding.
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