Table 4 Conditions considered an ICLB and number of symptoms required for ICLB diagnosis
Item | N (%) |
|---|---|
Condition considered an ICLB (N = 63) | |
Mastitis | 63 (100) |
Blocked ducts | 52 (83) |
Abscess | 41 (65) |
Engorgement | 41 (65) |
Milk bleb | 5 (8) |
Nipple trauma | 2 (3) |
Milk leeching | 1 (1.5) |
Number of symptoms required for ICLB diagnosis (N = 63) | |
More than one symptom | 40 (63) |
One symptom | 17 (27) |
Unsure | 6 (10) |