Mastitis (Inflammation of the Breast)

Mastitis (Inflammation of the Breast)

Mastitis (inflammation of the breast)

Mastitis is an inflammation of the breast that is most often related to breastfeeding. With mastitis, redness is usually seen in only one section of the breast.

Current as of: August 2, 2022

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Medical Review:
Sarah Marshall MD - Family Medicine
Thomas M. Bailey MD - Family Medicine
Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine
Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine
Kirtly Jones MD - Obstetrics and Gynecology