Assessment Findings
Risk Factors
- Stasis of milk due to
inconsistent BF
- Previous episodes of
mastitis
- Nipple trauma
-
Inflamed breast tissue
Tenderness/painful
Lack of milk flow
Flu-like symptoms
Hot to touch
Cracking of skin around
nipple/areola
Diagnosis (include definition)
Mastitis- Inflammation in the breast,
often caused by infection of clogged duct
Lab diagnostics
- Cultures for S. aureus, S.
aureus, E. coli,
streptococci
- Blood panel (WBCs, S/Sx
infection)
Medications
- Antibiotic
- Topical pain med for nipples
- Ibuprofen for
pain/inflammation (least
transfer to breast milk)
Nursing Interventions
Education
- Encourage BF or pumping
to empty breast frequently
- Lactation consult/support
- S/Sx infection/clog
- Hot compress/ice
- Massage the area
- Administer medications
as ordered/needed
- Emotional support