If no infection has set in, it could be considered an engorged teat. This happened to one of my girls the day after whelping and it sent me straight to the emergency vet at midnight. In my girl's case, all that was recommended was to relieve the pressure on the teat by drawing some milk off. She was fine right afterward and the pups nursing prevented a recurrence. I think the thing to look for in mastitis is a pus type discharge from the teat or off-colored milk. Also, a high temp would indicate an infection. Good luck with Lola...you've been through a lot already. |