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Breast abscess primary prevention
Introduction
Overview
Overview
Primary prevention of breast abscess relies on mitigation of the risk factors and improving patient hygiene particularly in lactating patients. It relies especially on the mother and infant hygiene. Breastfeeding is advised to be continued after the abscess drainage to prevent recurrence.
Primary prevention
Primary prevention
Breast abscess primary prevention measures include the following:
- Patients should be taught to keep the nipple area clean especially if there is injury
- Complete emptying of the breast after feeding the infant in order to prevent milk stasis
- Keep the infant in good contact during breastfeeding
- Avoid dehydration in the nipple and the surrounding to prevent cracking
- Keep the infant clean
- Infection control through washing hands frequently
- It is advised to continue breastfeeding after the drainage to prevent recurrence and help healing.[1]
References
References
- ↑ Spencer JP (2008). “Management of mastitis in breastfeeding women”. Am Fam Physician. 78 (6): 727–31. PMID 18819238.
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