Breast Engorgement: Exams And Tests
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Exams and Tests
No exams or tests are needed to diagnose breast engorgement. If your health professional suspects a breast infection (mastitis), you will be treated with antibiotics.
Sometimes, a sample of breast milk is tested (cultured) to diagnose the type of bacterial infection. For more information, see the topic Mastitis While Breast-Feeding.
| Last updated: | July 05, 2007 |
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| Author: | Kathe Gallagher, MSW |
| Reviewed By: | Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine, Deborah A. Penava, BA, MD, FRCSC, MPH - Obstetrics and Gynecology |
| Editors: | Kathleen M. Ariss, MS, Pat Truman, MATC |
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