How to Prevent and Treat Mastitis

While mastitis is not much fun while you have it (to put it mildly), recovery is usually quick – you’ll notice a big improvement within 24 hours of taking antibiotics.

However, O'Connor emphasizes the importance of completing the full course of antibiotics if prescribed, even if symptoms of mastitis start to improve. She also suggests that for those interested in homeopathic options, the remedy Phytolacca has been found to be effective in preventing and treating mastitis.

In most cases, you simply continue breastfeeding and mastitis never returns. If, however, it does become a recurring problem for you, talk to a breastfeeding expert such as a Lactation Consultant or LLL Leader who can help you sort out possible causes and solutions.