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Acute mastitis

普外科

Common symptoms

寒战、乳汁分泌减少、淋巴结肿大、疲乏、乳头皲裂、乳汁淤积、泌乳障碍、脓肿、乳房胀痛

The pathology of disease

Acute mastitis is acute suppurative infection of the breast, inflammation within and around ducts, often forming abscess quickly, mostly from S. aureus or strep via lymphatics. It occurs in postpartum lactating women, especially primiparas. Bacteria enter through nipple breaks or fissures. Primiparas account for 50%, ratio 2.4:1; most common at 3-4 weeks postpartum.

Common Symptoms

Chills; reduced lactation; lymphadenopathy; fatigue; nipple fissure; milk stasis; lactation disorder; abscess; breast distending pain

Causes

Bacteria enter through nipple breaks/fissures; milk stasis predisposes.

Treatment

Antibiotics, drainage, keep emptying

Prevention

Clean nipples, avoid milk stasis.

Recommended Department

It is recommended to visit the general surgery department; before the visit you may first book an appointment and connect with experts through this platform.

Warm reminder: The above information is provided for health education reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek care at a regular hospital in time.