Mastitis and decided not to BF

[Latrice414]

I went to ER and i have Mastitis, the pain was so terrible that it started radiating in my back and i couldnt left my right arm.  I had switched to nursing DD at night when i went bacxk to work(she is7 months now. So i was deciding not to BF any more but i wasnt sure when would be a good time, since i have mastitis and the medication that im on the ER dr told me to pump and dump for the next 10 days, so i figured this would be a good time to stop BF.  My question is does the  mastitis go away from the antibiotics or do i need to pump, I was hopn by me not pumping my supply would dry up and the mastitis would clear up from the antibiotics.  What should i be doing so they other breast dont get mastitis,  I have on 2 bras to keep boobs snug.  Any suggestions,

[LosingMyMindInGA]

From what I understand it's wise to continue to empty the breast until the mastitis is gone.  Doing so helps to prevent more bacteria from gathering in the breast and can reduce the duration of the infection.  From what I read it says to completely empty the affected breast. I have also ready to drink plenty of fluids.  

You can always call your obgyn and explain what you have in your post and ask him if it would be more beneficial to keep pumping over the next 10 days or if you can go ahead and let your milk dry up now.  

[Limonada]

I had mastitis....and I posted a response to you in the Breastfeeding forum....