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Two days' postpartum, a nursing mother develops swollen, taut, and very painful breasts. Which of the following is the most likely cause?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Swollen, taut, and painful breasts two days postpartum are most likely due to engorgement (A), a common condition as milk supply increases. Insufficient milk (B), blocked ducts (C), and mastitis (D) present differently or later.