mastiit
Mastitis is an inflammation of the mammary gland, most commonly occurring in lactating mammals, including humans and cows. It is a frequent condition that can affect milk production and the health of the affected individual. The inflammation is often caused by an infection, typically bacterial, that enters the mammary tissue through the nipple or a crack in the skin. Common bacterial culprits include Staphylococcus and Streptococcus species. However, mastitis can also arise from non-infectious causes such as trauma or milk stasis, where milk is not effectively removed from the gland.
Symptoms of mastitis can vary in severity. In humans, common signs include breast pain, tenderness, redness,