Most breast infections will clear up with medical treatment. Be sure
to follow your health professional's instructions on how to treat your breast
infection.
Symptoms that persist or worsen after 3 to 4 days of treatment with
antibiotics or symptoms that return after you have completed treatment with
antibiotics may indicate a need to reevaluate your symptoms.
Sometimes a different strength or type of antibiotic may be needed to
cure the infection. In some cases, tests such as an
ultrasound may be needed to determine whether an
abscess is present.
