Patient discussions
Patients should seek medical help if their symptoms do not improve within 48 hours after antibiotic therapy for mastitis, or if a tender breast lump develops that is not relieved by breastfeeding. They should contact a paediatrician if their nursing child shows signs of illness or develops a nappy rash while the mother is taking antibiotics. Patients can be reassured that a breast infection does not increase the chances of developing breast cancer.[13] Online patient information from recommended sources may be helpful for breastfeeding mothers. NHS: mastitis Opens in new window NHS: breastfeeding: positioning and attachment Opens in new window Information concerning non-lactational mastitis and breast abscess is also available. NHS: breast abscess Opens in new window
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