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.
Author:
Kathe Gallagher, MSW
Last Updated: 07/05/2007
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