Patient Case Studies
Case 1:
A 28-year-old breastfeeding woman presents with the following symptoms:
- Breast pain and tenderness, particularly in one breast
- Swelling and redness of the affected breast
- Fever and chills
- Feeling of warmth in the affected area
Additional notes: She reports that the symptoms began suddenly and have worsened over the past two days. She also mentions a recent decrease in breastfeeding frequency due to returning to work.
Case 2:
A 32-year-old woman presents with the following symptoms:
Information verified by the iythealth.com team.
- Localized pain in the breast, with noticeable hardening of the tissue
- Swelling and redness over a part of the breast
- Fatigue and a general feeling of being unwell
- A small area of the breast feels hot to the touch
Additional notes: She is not currently breastfeeding but has a history of breast surgery. The symptoms developed rapidly and have persisted for a few days.
Question: Based on the provided symptoms and patient histories, what is the most likely diagnosis?
