|
|
Breast Infection
Alternate Names : Breast Abscess, Infection - Breast Tissue, Mastitis
Today's Top News Stories | • | Officials Still Seek Source of Salmonella Outbreak - Jan 09, 2009, 14:00
Almost 400 Americans in 42 states have been sickened. | • | Clinical Trials Update: Jan. 9, 2009 - Jan 09, 2009, 10:05
- Fungal Infections
- Post Menopause
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
| • | Americans Consuming More Sugary Beverages - Jan 09, 2009, 12:00
Adults gulping an average of 300 calories every day, study finds. | • | Garlic as a Cancer Fighter? Maybe Not - Jan 09, 2009, 16:00
Evidence that strong-smelling herb prevents cancer is said to be weak.
| • | Antipsychotics Up Death Risk in Alzheimer's Patients - Jan 09, 2009, 09:00
Long-term study says the drugs should only be used short-term, as last resort. |
Pictures & Images
Breast Infection
Today's Top News Stories | • | Officials Still Seek Source of Salmonella Outbreak - Jan 09, 2009, 14:00
Almost 400 Americans in 42 states have been sickened. | • | Clinical Trials Update: Jan. 9, 2009 - Jan 09, 2009, 10:05
- Fungal Infections
- Post Menopause
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
| • | Americans Consuming More Sugary Beverages - Jan 09, 2009, 12:00
Adults gulping an average of 300 calories every day, study finds. | • | Garlic as a Cancer Fighter? Maybe Not - Jan 09, 2009, 16:00
Evidence that strong-smelling herb prevents cancer is said to be weak.
| • | Antipsychotics Up Death Risk in Alzheimer's Patients - Jan 09, 2009, 09:00
Long-term study says the drugs should only be used short-term, as last resort. |
Most breast infections occur in breastfeeding women when bacteria enters the breast through cracks in the nipple. In severe infections, abscesses may occur. Antibiotics may be indicated for treatment.
Jump to another image
- Female Breast
- Breast Infection
- Normal Female Breast Anatomy
|
 |
Jump to another section
• Definition
• Breast Infection Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
• Breast Infection Symptoms & Signs
• Breast Infection Prevention
• Breast Infection Diagnosis & Tests
• Breast Infection Treatment
• Breast Infection Prognosis
• Breast Infection Complications
• Breast Infection Support Groups
• Calling Your Health Care Provider
• Pictures & Images
Topics that might be of interest to you Diseases & Conditions
• Abscess
• Breast Cancer
Tests & Exams
• Breast Biopsy
• Mammography
Other Topics
• Breast - Premenstrual Tenderness and Swelling
• Breast Lump
• Breast Pain
• Breast-Feeding - Resources
• Fever
• Itching
• Nipple Discharge - Abnormal
• Resources
• Stress and Anxiety
• Swelling
• Swollen Glands
|
|
