Mastitis normally needs a 2wk course of antibiotics. Also really essential to be completely draining the boob as often as possible. If you can't manage this with feeding because of the pain, you need to be expressing. Alternating ibuprofen and paracetamol for the pain can help. Also try soaking a nappy with hot water then laying over your boob. Sounds nuts but the nappy retains the heat for a long time which can be very soothing
Ok thanks, should I ask for an extension on the ABs then? I hope he's draining it fully, it's normally bearable after 30 secs or so but maybe I'll pump after he's fed on that side. Really fed up with it now . Will try the nappy thing too.
Thanks I've finished ABs now and it's still painful to feed him, the only reason I'm reticent to go to the dr is that it HAS got better and I read on kellymom that it can feel bruised for a week or so after mastitis or blocked duct has cleared. And I feel fine in myself. But the redness is worrying, it's not massively red but more of a pink area, and it is hot. Agh I just want it gone!
I think I will book an appointment at the GP tomorrow
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