Mammary Gland Inflammation (Mastitis): Therapy

General measures

  • In the early stages, cooling and immobilization of the breast, for example, with cold compresses and a tight bra are useful.
  • The milk should be pumped to prevent further milk stasis.
  • Observance of the general hygiene measures!
  • Nicotine restriction (refrain from tobacco use).
  • Alcohol restriction (abstaining from alcohol)
  • Review of permanent medication due topossible effect on the existing disease.

Regular check-ups

  • Regular medical checkups

Nutritional medicine

  • Nutritional counseling based on nutritional analysis
  • Nutritional recommendations according to a mixed diet taking into account the breastfeeding phase.
  • Selection of appropriate foods based on the nutritional analysis
  • See also under “Therapy with micronutrients (vital substances)” – if necessary, taking a suitable dietary supplement.
  • Detailed information on nutritional medicine you will receive from us.

Physical therapy (including physiotherapy)

  • In the advanced stage, heat therapy in the form of red light or short-wave irradiation is performed in addition to milk pumping to promote the melting of the inflammation and then surgically treat the mature abscess.