mastatis

signs and symptoms

breast tenderness

breast swelling

thickening of breast tissue

pain or burning sensation continuously

skin redness

causes

a blocked milk ducy

bacteria entering your breast

overdistention

risk factors

previous bout of mastitis while breast feeding

sore and cracked nipples

wearing a tight fitting bra

improper nursing technique

becoming overly tired or stressed

diagnostic procedure

physical examination

culture and breast milk

mammogram

ultrasound

medical management

antibiotics

pain relieve

pathophysioogy

sudden infectious inflammation

usually caused by bacterium

sometimes by streptococcus organisms

staphylococcus aureus

bacterial organisms invade the breast through cracks in the nipple

the exposed lymphatic ducts or milk duct

nursing care plan

acute pain

risk for ineffective breast feeding

nursing management

observe for elevated temperature, chills, pain and tenderness

administer antibiotics as per prescription

explain how to prevent infection through handwashing

encourage mother to breast feed frequently

perform adequate breast and nipple care