Kalvie Severity Check
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Find out how serious it is — in 30 seconds.

Takes 30 seconds. Your answers are never stored.

1. Do you have a hard, tender lump in your breast?

A localized firm spot is the classic sign of a clogged duct.

2. Do you have a fever (101°F+) or flu-like symptoms (chills, body aches)?

This is the key difference between a clogged duct and mastitis.

3. Is the skin over the lump red?

Redness that spreads is a warning sign.

4. How long has the lump been there?

Time matters — over 48 hours needs attention.

5. Have you been applying heat or deep massage to the area?

The 2022 ABM guidelines now advise against this.

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