Mastitis Flashcards
1
Q
Should a mother continue to express milk if she has mastitis?
A
Yes
2
Q
What are the most common causes?
Hence what ABs are used?
A
Staph aureus and strep pyrogens
Fluxoacillin/clindamycin
3
Q
If this progresses to abscess?
A
Cut and drain
4
Q
How can it be minimised?
A
Express a bit of milk before feeding and try and drain all milk
