Symptoms of Acute Mastitis
Disease description:
I gave birth to my baby not long ago and have been feeling uncomfortable in my breasts, along with generalized fever. I suspect I may have mastitis and would like to ask the doctor: What are the symptoms of acute mastitis?
Doctor's answer (2)
Dr. Yu Jiang
Hello, the symptoms of acute mastitis include:
- **Stagnation-induced mastitis**, which typically occurs around one week postpartum. First-time mothers, lacking breastfeeding experience, are prone to milk stasis and inadequate emptying of the breasts.
- **Suppurative mastitis**, usually caused by bacterial infection—commonly *Staphylococcus* or *Streptococcus*—entering through cracked or fissured nipples.
- **Systemic symptoms**, such as fever, chills, and tachycardia.
We hope the above information is helpful to you. Wishing you a happy and healthy life!
