Breast infection
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.
Review Date: 05/12/2008
Reviewed By: Linda Vorvick, MD, Seattle Site Coordinator, Lecturer,
Pathophysiology, MEDEX Northwest Division of Physician Assistant
Studies, University of Washington School of Medicine; Susan Storck,
MD, FACOG, Clinical Training Faculty, Department of Obstetrics and
Gynecology, University of Washington School of Medicine; Chief,
Eastside Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Group Health
Cooperative of Puget Sound, Redmond, WA. Also reviewed by David
Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
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