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The most common bacteria causing mastitis is Staphylococcus aureus, but sometimes Escherichia coli is responsible. In rare instances, Streptococcus can also induce an episode of mastitis.

Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health

Mastitis

The most common bacteria causing mastitis is called Staphylococcus aureus. In 25-30% of people, this bacteria is present on the skin lining normal, uninfected nostrils.

Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine

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