Breast abscess: infection of the breast bud or tissue associated with localized pus and inflammation
Mastitis: infection of the breast tissue observed primarily during lactation
Ask about history of breast trauma or manipulation, concomitant illness or infections, and patient’s immunologic status.
Constitutional symptoms including irritability and lethargy usu...
Warm compresses
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents (NSAIDs) help control the inflammation and pain in older children.
Continuation of breast milk expression helps prevent en...
Signs to watch for are the following:
A poor or delayed clinical response to ...
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611.0 Inflammatory disease of breast
771.5 Neonatal infective mastitis
675.20 Nonpurulent mastitis associated with childbirth, unspecified as to episode of care or not applicable
N61 Infla...
Q: How can you differentiate a breast abscess from mastitis?
A: Although both illnesses involve signs of inflammation (i.e., warmth, erythema, swelling, tenderness), a breast abscess is distinguish...
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