I believe there are degrees of engorgement (like everything else :-) These definitions go back a long way. Newton, in 1948, described 4 stages from fullness to ENGORGEMENT. Transitory "fullness" is nearly universal. Severe engorgement (no milk flowing) is considered pathological (needs fixing). In general usage tho I think everyone (but LCs :-) call any breast fullness after delievry engorgement. The term isn't used correctly by the general public. Sincerely, Pat in SNJ *********************************************** The LACTNET mailing list is powered by L-Soft's renowned LISTSERV(R) list management software together with L-Soft's LSMTP(TM) mailer for lightning fast mail delivery. For more information, go to: http://www.lsoft.com/LISTSERV-powered.html