How to avoid MASTITIS????

Mastitis is a condition characterized by inflammation of breast tissue, typically caused by a bacterial infection. It commonly affects breastfeeding women when milk ducts become blocked, leading to milk stasis and providing a breeding ground for bacteria. Symptoms include breast tenderness, swelling, warmth, and sometimes fever or chills.

Several factors contribute to mastitis, such as irregular breastfeeding patterns, improper latch, cracked nipples, or wearing tight-fitting bras that restrict milk flow. Effective prevention strategies include maintaining proper breastfeeding techniques, ensuring a good latch, emptying the breasts regularly through feeding or pumping, and avoiding long periods between nursing sessions.

Mothers should also prioritize good hygiene practices, such as washing hands before breastfeeding and keeping nipples clean and dry.

Prompt treatment is crucial to prevent complications like abscess formation. It typically involves rest, frequent nursing or pumping to empty the breast, applying warm compresses to the affected area, and sometimes antibiotics if prescribed by a healthcare provider. Consulting a lactation consultant or healthcare professional can offer valuable guidance on managing and preventing mastitis effectively.

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