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Breast Infection
Alternate Names : Breast Abscess, Infection - Breast Tissue, Mastitis
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Breast Infection Complications
In severe infections, an abscess may develop. Abscesses require more extensive treatment, including incision and drainage. Discontinuation of breast-feeding may be recommended in this case.
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• 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
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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
Review Date : 2/7/2002
Reviewed By : Peter Chen, M.D., Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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