(30-08-2018, 12:23 PM)ErinMichelle Wrote:

(30-08-2018, 07:16 AM)Katie Wrote: why is this thread called mastitis? unless you`re having problems breastfeeding (and i suspect you`re a long way off from being able to do that) it`s Not going to be Matistis sweetie  

Hi Katie,  

From the Mayo Clinic site—
Mastitis is an inflammation of breast tissue that sometimes involves an infection. The inflammation results in breast pain, swelling, warmth and redness. You might also have fever and chills. Mastitis most commonly affects women who are breast-feeding (lactation mastitis)

Even though it is common for women that are breast feeding it does not rule out other cases.   

Why did I title the post Mastitis? ?  Because I have not had a Dr opinion and I'm hoping that it isn't something more serious.

If you are " Well past budding", it would be wise and cautious to see a doctor.  Could be anything from hormonal changes to breast cancer.  Not to put unnecessary scare into you, but no one here is a doctor.  Such questions or worries should be taken to a doctor.