I have worked with many moms hospitalized for severe mastits on IV
antibiotics, and often see mucousy, stringy milk pumped from breasts.  I
don't like the term "contaminated"  or "toxic" though.  It sends a very
negative message to the mother.  I'm not sure I would jump too fast into
thinking this is a malignancy, either.  Sometimes IV antibiotics are
necessary, but if it is truely an abscess, it may need to be opened. If it
is candida, then she needs good treatment for that.  I would recommend she
see a health care provider well versed and supportive of breastfeeding to
make a medical diagnosis along with your input, of course.

Linda J. Tandy, MSN, RN, IBCLC
Cedar Rapids, Iowa

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