Monday, November 21, 2016

Common Lactation Problems

Engorgement: B/L, symmetric fullness, tenderness and warmth of breast tissue.
Tx: breast-feeding/pumping, cool compresses, NSAIDs.

Nipple injury: Abrasion, bruising, cracking and/or blistering from poor latch
Plugged duct: Focal tenderness and firmness and/or erythema; no fever
Galactocele: Subareolar, mobile, well-circumscribed, non-tender mass, no fever
Mastitis: Tenderness/erythema and fever
Abscess: Symptoms of mastitis + a fluctuant mass.

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