23rd September 2021

A 34-year-old female presents to her general practitioner (GP) with right breast pain

A 34-year-old female presents to her general practitioner (GP) with right breast pain that developed a few hours ago. She had delivered her first child a month ago following 41 weeks’ gestation. She is breastfeeding, though she notes that her infant is feeding less frequently now. She has no past medical or family history. On examination, there is a wedge-shaped red, painful area of the right breast.

Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.