Patient's question:
My areola has been swollen recently. When I touched it, it went back to normal. I also feel that my breast temperature is a bit higher, but I don't have any other discomforts. I haven't had sexual activity yet. I'd like to ask, what could be the reason for the swollen areola and slightly higher breast temperature?Doctor's answer:
Mastitis is a common disease among women. Depending on the cause, it can be classified into acute suppurative mastitis, areolar fistula, cellular mastitis, and others. Here, we will focus on the most common type, acute suppurative mastitis. Acute suppurative mastitis often occurs during lactation, especially in primiparas within 1-2 months postpartum. It is also known as acute lactational or puerperal suppurative mastitis. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, it is referred to as rупить. The possibility of mastitis is very high.